shepherds

Meanings

• noun

  A person who tends sheep.

  - "The shepherd leads his flock through the valley."
  - "Shepherds are known for their traditional attire, including a crook and a woolen cloak."

• noun

  A leader or protector of a group.

  - "The coach acted as a shepherd to the young team, guiding them through the season."
  - "In this metaphorical sense, a teacher can be considered a shepherd, leading students on the path to knowledge."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈʃɛpɚdz/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

sheepherder

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with shepherds
herbs , urbs , serfs , surfs , gurfs

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Variants

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shepherd , shepherded , shepherding , shepherds , Anatolian shepherd , Anatolian shepherds , Australian shepherd , Australian shepherds , English shepherd , English shepherds , Alsatian , German shepherd , German shepherds , german shepherds , shepherd's check , shepherd's checks , shepherd's plaid , shepherd's pie , shepherd's pies , shepherd's purse , shepherd's purses

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Forms

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shepherdess, shepherd's, shepherded, shepherds'

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Etymology

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From Old English scēapherge, meaning 'sheep herder'.

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Trivia

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1. Shepherds have been depicted in art since ancient times, with one of the earliest known examples being a Sumerian seal from around 3500 BCE.

2. In some cultures, shepherds are believed to have the ability to communicate with animals, using a special language or musical tones to communicate.

3. Shepherds have a unique skill called 'sheep herding by voice', where they can call their sheep to come to them using specific calls for different ages and genders.

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Related Concepts

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1. pastoralism: A literary and artistic genre that portrays rural life, often featuring shepherds and their flocks.

2. herding: The practice of tending livestock, often involving the use of dogs, horses, or other animals to help manage the herd.

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Culture

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Shepherds have been depicted in various forms of art, literature, and music throughout history. In literature, shepherds often appear as characters in pastoral poetry and novels. In art, they are a common subject for paintings and sculptures, particularly during the Renaissance period. In music, the term 'shepherd's pie' is a popular dish originating from England, consisting of layers of minced lamb, vegetables, and mashed potatoes.

How to Memorize "shepherds"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person wearing a woolen cloak, carrying a crook, and leading a group of sheep through a pasture.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'shepherd' with the image of a caring and nurturing figure, leading and protecting a group of animals or people.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Shepherds herd sheep, so they're shepherds in a shepherd's sheep.'

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