Herdsman

Pronunciation: /hɜːrdzmən/

Definitions of herdsman

noun a person who takes care of a herd of domestic animals, such as cattle or sheep

Example Sentences

A1 The herdsman takes care of the sheep.

A2 The herdsman guides the cattle to the pasture.

B1 The herdsman has been working with animals for many years.

B2 The herdsman uses a sheepdog to help manage the flock.

C1 The herdsman is responsible for the well-being of the entire herd.

C2 The herdsman's knowledge of animal behavior is extensive.

Examples of herdsman in a Sentence

formal The herdsman carefully tended to his flock of sheep in the pasture.

informal The herdsman was out in the fields with his cows, making sure they were all accounted for.

slang The herdsman was out there with his animals, doing his thing.

figurative The herdsman of emotions, he guided his thoughts and feelings with care.

Grammatical Forms of herdsman

• past tense: herded
• plural: herdsmen
• comparative: more herdsman
• superlative: most herdsman
• present tense: herds
• future tense: will herd
• perfect tense: have herded
• continuous tense: is herding
• singular: herdsman
• positive degree: herdsman
• infinitive: to herd
• gerund: herding
• participle: herding

Origin and Evolution of herdsman

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'herdsman' originated from the Old English word 'hierde' which means a person who tends to a herd of animals.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'herdsman' has evolved to refer to someone who manages and tends to a herd of livestock, such as cattle or sheep. The role of a herdsman has also expanded to include responsibilities related to animal care, breeding, and overall herd management.