maverick
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Definition & Meaning of "maverick"in English

Maverick
01

an unbranded range animal, especially a calf that has strayed from the herd and is not marked as owned

Grammatical Information
animacy status
animate
plural form
mavericks
Examples
The rancher rounded up the mavericks before branding season.
02

an individual who thinks and behaves differently and independently

Examples
He was known as a maverick in the tech industry, always innovating.
maverick
01

(of a person) thinking and behaving differently and independently

Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most maverick
Comparative
more maverick
gradable
Examples
Her maverick spirit made her a natural leader.
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