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Maver­ick

[MAH-vr-ik]

meaning and origin of the word maverick
Hint 1.

Samuel A. Maverick was the original maverick.

Hint 2.

Samuel A. Maverick, unlike other pioneers, refused to brand his cattle and let them roam freely.”

What is the best definition of maverick?

A.

An anarchist who supports the revolt against the ruling power


B.

A person who acts obsequiously in order to gain attention


C.

A nonconformist who deviates from the accepted course


D.

A bad cow who wears sunglasses


Hint 1.

Samuel A. Maverick was the original maverick.

Hint 2.

Samuel A. Maverick, unlike other pioneers, refused to brand his cattle and let them roam freely.”

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