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Shepherd

usgb/ˈʃepərd/Volume
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Rural Occupation

Used for actual sheep herders, mostly in rural or pastoral settings.

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The shepherd spent his days tending to the sheep on the hills.
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Not Just Sheep

'Shepherd' suggests care beyond herding, like providing food and protection.

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Every morning, the shepherd checks for any sheep that might be sick.
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Metaphorical Use

Sometimes it symbolizes someone who guides people, not just sheep.

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The teacher was a true shepherd, leading students through knowledge.
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