noun
- plural of jackeroo: young men working on Australian cattle or sheep stations to learn farming and ranch management
Usage: Australian English; informal
Examples
- The jackeroos arrived at the station early to help with the cattle muster.
- Several jackeroos were hired for the busy shearing season.
- The experienced stockman taught the jackeroos how to handle the horses.
- Young jackeroos often live in basic accommodation on remote stations.
- The jackeroos learned valuable skills about livestock management.
- Many jackeroos come from the city to experience rural life.