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Shepherd

Definition:

A shepherd is a person who tends and cares for sheep, typically in a pastoral or rural setting.

Senses:

Noun: 1. A person who herds, manages, or guards sheep. 2. A religious leader or pastor who guides and protects a congregation.

Verb: Care for, guide, or oversee as a shepherd.

Examples of Usage:

Noun:

1. The shepherd led his flock of sheep to the pasture.
2. The shepherd carried a crook to help guide the sheep.
3. The young shepherd rescued a lamb stuck in a thorny bush.

Verb:

1. Shepherd your sheep carefully through the narrow gate.
2. The pastor shepherds his congregation with love and wisdom.
3. As a team leader, her role is to shepherd the group towards their goals.

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