shepherd Definition
- 1a person who tends to, herds, or guards sheep
- 2a person who protects, guides, or watches over a group of people
Using shepherd: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shepherd" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The shepherd led the flock of sheep to the pasture.
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He was a shepherd for many years before retiring.
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The church is like a shepherd to its congregation.
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The coach acted as a shepherd to his team.
shepherd Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using shepherd
to distinguish between two groups of people or things, often to identify the superior one
Example
In the interview process, we need to separate the sheep from the goats and find the best candidate.
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Be careful of him, he's a wolf in sheep's clothing.
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I have trouble sleeping, so I count sheep to help me relax.
Phrases with shepherd
shepherd's pie
a meat pie with a crust of mashed potatoes
Example
I'm making shepherd's pie for dinner tonight.
shepherd's crook
a long stick with a curved end used by shepherds to catch sheep
Example
The shepherd used his crook to guide the sheep.
shepherd's hut
a small, simple dwelling used by shepherds as a shelter while tending their flocks
Example
The shepherd's hut was located in a remote area of the mountains.
Origins of shepherd
from Old English 'sceaphierde', meaning 'sheep herder'
Summary: shepherd in Brief
A 'shepherd' [ˈʃepərd] is a person who tends to, herds, or guards sheep. It also refers to a person who protects, guides, or watches over a group of people. Examples include 'The shepherd led the flock of sheep to the pasture.' and 'The coach acted as a shepherd to his team.' 'Shepherd' extends into phrases like 'shepherd's pie,' and idioms like 'a wolf in sheep's clothing,' denoting someone who appears harmless but is actually dangerous.
