pastorling

/pæˈstoʊrliŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A young sheep, especially one of the first lambs to be born in the spring.

“The shepherd carefully monitored the progress of his flock, particularly the new pastorling that had been born just that morning.”

2. verb

To raise or tend young sheep, especially on a small or remote farm.

“The family made a living by pastorling in the hills and selling their wool at market.”

Synonyms

  • lamb
  • shepherdling

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature