herdsman

[hurds-muh n]

herdsman Definition

a person who tends and rears a herd of animals, especially cattle or sheep.

Using herdsman: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "herdsman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The herdsman led the cattle to graze in the fields.

  • Example

    The herdsman was responsible for the health and well-being of the sheep.

  • Example

    The family hired a herdsman to take care of their livestock.

herdsman Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for herdsman

Phrases with herdsman

  • a herdsman who moves from place to place with his herd

    Example

    The nomadic herdsman traveled across the plains with his cattle.

  • herdsman's hut

    a small shelter used by a herdsman while tending to his herd

    Example

    The herdsman's hut was located on a hill overlooking the valley.

  • herdsman's crook

    a long stick with a curved end used by a herdsman to guide and control his herd

    Example

    The herdsman used his crook to keep the sheep together.

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Summary: herdsman in Brief

A 'herdsman' [hurds-muh n] is a person who tends and rears a herd of animals, particularly cattle or sheep. They are responsible for the well-being of the animals and may use tools such as a herdsman's crook to guide and control the herd. Phrases like 'nomadic herdsman' and 'herdsman's hut' describe aspects of the herdsman's lifestyle.