The word "bolo" has several meanings, depending on its context:
1. A type of necktie
A bolo is a long, narrow piece of fabric or leather with metal tips on each end, worn around the neck with a slide to adjust the length.
The term "bolo" was first used in the 1940s to describe a type of necktie worn by cowboys in the American Southwest.
2. A type of lasso
A bolo is also a type of lasso made of twisted horsehair or leather, with a loop at one end and a metal weight at the other.
This type of lasso was traditionally used by the gauchos of South America to catch cattle.
3. A geological term
In geology, a bolo is a rounded mass of rock, typically composed of sandstone, that forms in areas with strong winds and little vegetation.
The name "bolo" comes from the Spanish word "bola" ("ball"), referring to the rounded shape of these rock formations.
4. A slang term for a marijuana cigarette
In slang, a "bolo" can refer to a marijuana cigarette, particularly one that is rolled with tobacco.
The origin of this usage is unclear, but it may be related to the fact that marijuana cigarettes are often rolled into a cylindrical shape, similar to a bolo tie.
