sheepherding

noun

sheep·​herd·​ing ˈshēp-ˌhər-diŋ How to pronounce sheepherding (audio)
: the activities of a worker engaged in tending sheep

Examples of sheepherding in a Sentence

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That was the final sequence of the sheepherding. Seth Abramovitch, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Aug. 2020 Browse other wool products, see border collies demonstrate sheepherding, or roam dozens of booths showcasing crafts, jewelry, home accessories, and more. BostonGlobe.com, 30 Mar. 2018

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sheepherding was in 1836

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“Sheepherding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sheepherding. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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