I. ˈmav-rik, ˈma-və- noun
Etymology: Samuel A. Maverick died 1870 American pioneer who did not brand his calves
Date: 1867
1. : an unbranded range animal ; especially : a motherless calf
2. : an independent individual who does not go along with a group or party
II. adjective
Date: 1886
: characteristic of, suggestive of, or inclined to be a maverick