RANCH

v. n.

2 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
v.

To wrench; to tear; to sprain; to injure by violent straining or contortion. [R.] Dryden. "Hasting to raunch the arrow out." Spenser.

2.
n.

A tract of land used for grazing and rearing of horses, cattle, or sheep. See Rancho, 2. [Western U. S.]


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