drugstore cowboy

Meaning

Noun

Someone who dresses and acts like a cowboy but has none of the skills.
A young man who loafs around town, especially a lady's man who hangs out in public places in an attempt to pick up girls.

Origin

Sense 2 from soda fountains and ice cream counters as once popular meeting spots in drugstores.

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