Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
herd
noun
/hɜrd/
Definition
A large group of animals, especially livestock, that are kept together.
Examples
- The farmer led the herd of cattle to the pasture.
- She observed a herd of elephants in the savanna.
- The herd moved in unison across the plain.
Meaning
The term ‘herd’ refers to a collective grouping of animals, which typically is used for animals that are domesticated or social in nature, often moving together for reasons such as feeding or protection.
Synonyms
- Group
- Pack
- Flock
- Troop
