Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cowherd
noun
/ˈkaʊhɜrd/
Definition
A person who tends to and takes care of cows.
Examples
- The cowherd spent all day guiding the herd to better grazing areas.
- In rural communities, the role of a cowherd is crucial for livestock management.
- With his trusty dog by his side, the cowherd rounded up the straying cattle.
Meaning
Cowherds are typically responsible for herding, feeding, and monitoring the health of cows in a pasture or farm setting.
Synonyms
- herdsman
- cowboy
- cattleman
