sher

/ʃɝr/; /ʃɛr/ (non-rhotic)

Definitions

1. noun

A woman who herds sheep.

“The village was known for its shers, who took care of the large flock of sheep.”

2. verb

To herd (sheep); to attend to or take care of (livestock).

“The farmer sherred the sheep to the new pasture.”

Synonyms

  • herder
  • shepherd

Antonyms

  • abandoned