Herder
(noun)
A person who tends or herds a group of animals, such as sheep, cattle, or goats.
Origin:
The word herder comes from old english "heordian" meaning "to tend a flock" which is derived from "heord" meaning "flock". this word has been used since the 12th century.
Examples:
- The herder drove the sheep across the mountains to the summer pastures.
- In many cultures, herding is an important tradition and way of life for people living in rural areas.
- The herder used a trained sheepdog to help him control the flock.
- The herder had to be constantly vigilant to protect his herd from predators.
- In some regions, herders still use traditional methods, such as riding on horseback, to tend to their animals.