Shepherdess (noun)

A woman who tends to a flock of sheep and protects them from predators.

Origin:

Formed from the noun 'shepherd' with the addition of the feminine suffix '-ess'.

Examples:

1. The shepherdess was known for her ability to raise healthy lambs.
2. The shepherdess was skilled at using her dog to control the flock.
3. The young shepherdess was proud of her job caring for the sheep.
4. The shepherdess's work was demanding, but she loved being outdoors with the animals.
5. The villagers respected the hard-working shepherdess and her flock of sheep.