Maverick
WordNet
adjective
(1) Independent in behavior or thought
"She led a somewhat irregular private life"
"Maverick politicians"
noun
(2) An unbranded range animal (especially a stray calf); belongs to the first person who puts a brand on it
(3) Someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
WiktionaryText
Etymology
From the surname of Texas lawyer Samuel Maverick, who refused to brand his cattle.
Adjective
- Showing independence in thoughts or actions.
- A maverick decision.
- A maverick person.
Noun
- An unbranded range animal.
- One who does not abide by rules.
- One who creates or uses unconventional and/or controversial ideas or practices.
- A queen and a jack as a starting hand in Texas hold 'em