What is another word for lasso?
Pronunciation: [lasˈuː] (IPA) 
A lasso is a rope with a loop used for herding and catching animals. There are different terms for lasso in the English language. A few synonyms for lasso are lariat, reata, riata, and whipcord. Lariat often refers to a lasso used for cattle herding, while reata is a term commonly used in Southern American regions. Riata is a Spanish term for rope, and is used interchangeably with lasso. Whipcord is a term that can be used to refer to a lasso that is thinner and more flexible. Regardless of the term used, lassos are still commonly used in ranching and rodeo sports.
