Synonyms for

Herding

Verb / ˈhɜ:dɪŋ / Another word for herding — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The definition of herding is the act of gathering and controlling a group of animals, especially livestock.

Synonyms & similar words

crowd herd gathering collecting driving guiding leading managing tending corralling directing controlling wrangling supervising overseeing rounding marshaling compiling assembling organizing sorting

Example sentences

  1. The shepherd uses a whistle to guide the herding dogs.
  2. The cowboys spent the day herding cattle across the plains.
  3. The farmer called his son to help with the herding of the pigs.
  4. Herding sheep can be a challenging but rewarding job.
  5. The dog showed great skill in herding the ducks into the pen.

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