Wrangler/ˈræŋɡlər/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/2Cultural Icon The horse wrangler is a cultural icon in Western movies; evoking freedom and adventure. Every cowboy film has a wrangler taking care of horses. Pro Tip 2/2Outdoor Work Wrangler usually implies working outdoors with animals, often in rural settings. The wrangler spent his days outside, tending the horses.