Shepard Definition & Meaning

shepard
noun
  1. United States author of surrealistic allegorical plays (born in 1943)
  2. astronaut who made the first United States' suborbital rocket-powered flight in 1961 (1923-1998)

"Shepard" in song lyrics

See how shepard is used in real songs:

  • "Girl I wanna do you like a German Shepard"
    5th Ward Weebie f/ Kane & Abel, Mystikal — Show Dat Work
  • "Satellite interference worldwide perserverance of the super shepard"
    Atoms Family — Oceans of Confusion
  • "He was taught wisdom from an Arabian Shepard"
    Remedy f/ Cilvaringz, RZA, Blue Raspberry (background vocals) — A Muslim and a Jew

Usage tips for "shepard"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shepard" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for shepard to find words that pair well.

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