Definitions

1. noun

A person who herds sheep or other animals, especially as a profession.

“The shepherd spent all day tending to the flock in the fields.”

2. verb

To herd or guide (animals) in a particular direction, especially as a shepherd does.

“The farmer will shepherd the cattle to the new pasture this weekend.”

3. noun

A person who guides or directs others, especially in a particular activity or field.

“The experienced teacher will shepherd the new students through their first year of college.”

4. noun

A person who protects or takes care of something, especially a person or a group of people.

“The community will shepherd the vulnerable population through the economic crisis.”