[ˈmav(ə)rɪk], (Noun)

Definitions:
- an unorthodox or independent-minded person
(e.g: he's the maverick of the fashion scene)

- an unbranded calf or yearling


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle

[ˈmav(ə)rɪk], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- unorthodox
(e.g: a maverick detective)


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Origin:
mid 19th century: from the name of Samuel A. Maverick (1803–70), a Texas rancher who did not brand his cattle