Shepherd Definition & Meaning
shepherd
- noun
- a clergyman who watches over a group of people
- a herder of sheep (on an open range); someone who keeps the sheep together in a flock
- verb
- watch over like a shepherd, as a teacher of her pupils
- tend as a shepherd, as of sheep or goats
"Shepherd" in song lyrics
See how shepherd is used in real songs:
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"I, simply a shade of shepherd"
Aesop Rock f/ Dose One — Odessa -
"And charge cats for labeling me shepherd"
Aesop Rock — Save Yourself -
"The crescent, the seventh, a message to Shepherd"
Almighty f/ Born Sun — Rising Sunz
Words that rhyme with shepherd
Usage tips for "shepherd"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shepherd" 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 shepherd to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does shepherd mean?
- a clergyman who watches over a group of people a herder of sheep (on an open range); someone who keeps the sheep together in a flock watch over like a shepherd, as a teacher of her pupils tend as a shepherd, as of sheep or goats
- What part of speech is shepherd?
- Shepherd is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does shepherd have?
- Shepherd has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).