Cowpoke's pal (5)

I believe the answer is:

amigo

(Other definitions for amigo that I've seen before include "Mate in Madrid?" , "A Mexican pal" , "Friend, comrade" , "Friend in Spanish-speaking area" , "Hispanic friend" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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