A Mexican cowboy or horseman, typically wearing traditional dress including a wide-brimmed hat, ornate jacket, and riding skills.
From Spanish charro, possibly derived from the Basque txarro meaning 'coarse' or 'rough,' though the etymology is debated. The term became associated with skilled Mexican and Southwestern horsemen and their distinctive style.
Charros developed a specific fashion and skill set that's celebrated in rodeos and festivals across Mexico and the American Southwest—they're not just cowboys, they're cultural icons with centuries of tradition behind their style.
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