Synonyms for

Shepherds

Verb / ˈʃepɜ:dz / Another word for shepherds — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Shepherds are people who take care of sheep. They guide, protect, and care for the sheep.

Synonyms & similar words

shepherd sheepherder sheepman pastor herder caretaker guardian protector watcher attendant keeper warden custodian superintendent overseer rancher farmhand cowboy cowhand cowherd goatherd swineherd stockman

Synonyms by register

Formal

pastoralists herders stockmen

Informal

guys who watch sheep sheep wranglers

Literary

pastors swains shepherds of the flock

Antonyms

herdsmen flock owners ranchers livestock managers graziers shepherdesses

Common collocations

  • shepherds pie
  • shepherds crook
  • shepherds delight
  • shepherds purse
  • shepherds hut
  • shepherds dog
  • shepherds call

Word family

noun shepherd
verb shepherd
adjective pastoral

Usage note

The word 'shepherds' can refer to both male and female individuals who tend sheep. As a verb, it means to guide or look after.

Example sentences

  1. The shepherds watched over the sheep all night long.
  2. The shepherds led the sheep to the green pasture.
  3. The shepherds protected the sheep from the wolves.
  4. The shepherds counted the sheep every night.
  5. The shepherds used a sheepdog to help them herd the sheep.

Quotes

  • The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. - Psalm 23:1
  • He that is a good shepherd will take care of his flock. - John 10:11
  • Shepherds have great responsibility, and they take it seriously. - Unknown

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