Shepherd
/ˈʃepərd/noun
A person who takes care of and guards sheep.
The shepherd guided his flock of sheep through the pasture.
Often appears as...
- shepherd and sheep
- shepherd in field
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Rural Occupation
Used for actual sheep herders, mostly in rural or pastoral settings.
The shepherd spent his days tending to the sheep on the hills.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Sheep
'Shepherd' suggests care beyond herding, like providing food and protection.
Every morning, the shepherd checks for any sheep that might be sick.
Pro Tip 3/3Metaphorical Use
Sometimes it symbolizes someone who guides people, not just sheep.
The teacher was a true shepherd, leading students through knowledge.
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drovergrazierherdsmanpastorranchstockman
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