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Originally Posted by DanaC
Cultural note: don't know if the same applies over there, but 'cowboy' when referring to building, household repairs, craftsmanship etc means shoddy workmanship and quick fixes - a 'cowboy builder'.
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Cultural reply.....no....Cowboys are seen as respected and manly heroes. When I first said our house was built by cowboys, the listener thought I meant sturdy in some special way.