noun

1. An unbranded range animal.

2. (by extension) Anything dishonestly obtained.

3. (by extension) One who is unconventional or does not abide by rules.

Synonyms: heteroclite, individualist, lone gunman, nonconformist, rebel

verb

1. To take an unbranded range animal.

2. (by extension) To seize without a legal claim.

adjective

1. Of cattle: unbranded.

2. Showing independence in thoughts or actions.

   “He made a maverick decision.  She is such a maverick person.”