
Herder
Not Always Rural
The term 'herder' can apply to urban settings where someone tends to smaller animal groups.

The city park herder feeds the ducks and keeps them safe.
Not a Farmer
'Herder' differs from 'farmer'—herders typically move with their animals, while farmers are stationary.

Unlike the farmer, the herder moved with the goats across the land.
Cultural Significance
In some cultures, being a herder is a reputable profession passed down through generations.

He's proud to be a herder like his ancestors were.
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