Hick ‧ ok, Wild Bill /ˈhɪkɒk $ -ɑːk/ BrE AmE
(1837–76) a US soldier who was one of the first white Americans who went to live in the western US, where he became a ↑ marshal (=someone who controls a particular area and makes sure that laws are obeyed) . He was known for his skill at shooting, and for his love of gambling (↑ gamble ), (=playing card games for money) .