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herd Definition and Meaning in English (herd definition)

noun
Synonyms:flockdrovepack
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Herd definition: A large group of animals, especially hoofed mammals, that live, feed, or migrate together.

Definitions of Herd

  1. 1noun

    A large group of animals, especially hoofed mammals, that live, feed, or migrate together.

  2. 2verb

    To move a group of animals or people together in a particular direction.

Example Sentences

casual

“A large herd of elephants was seen near the watering hole.”

casual

“The shepherd used his dog to herd the sheep into the pen.”

casual

“Tourists often herd together to follow their guide.”

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past tenseherded
present participleherding
pluralherds
agent nounherdsman

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Herd definition: A large group of animals, especially hoofed mammals, that live, feed, or migrate together.
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