maverick

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Etymology 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Translations 1.4 Noun 1.4.1 Synonyms 1.4.2 Translations 1.4.3 See also 1.4.4 References

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• enPR: măvʹər-ĭk, IPA: /ˈmævərɪk/, SAMPA: /"m{v@rIk/
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[edit] Etymology

From the surname of Texas lawyer Samuel Maverick, who refused to brand his cattle.

[edit] Adjective

maverick (comparative more maverick, superlative most maverick)

1. Showing independence in thoughts or actions.

   A maverick decision.

   A maverick person.

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[edit] Noun

maverick (plural mavericks)

1. An unbranded range animal.
2. One who does not abide by rules.
3. (The addition of quotations indicative of this usage is being sought): One who creates or uses unconventional and/or controversial ideas or practices.
4. (poker slang) A queen and a jack as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em

[edit] Synonyms

• (one who does not abide by rules): individualist, lone gunman, nonconformist, rebel

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[edit] See also

• heteroclite

[edit] References

• Weisenberg, Michael (2000) The Official Dictionary of Poker. MGI/Mike Caro University. ISBN 978-1880069523