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sheepdog

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Noun — A dog trained to herd or guard sheep.

How to use sheepdog

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Etymology

From "sheep" plus "dog."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “sheepdog” mean?

The word “sheepdog” means a dog trained to herd or guard sheep. In plain terms, a dog bred or trained to herd sheep; also used loosely for anyone who shepherds a group of people.

How do you use “sheepdog” in a sentence?

Here is “sheepdog” used in a sentence: “The sheepdog rounded up the flock with a single whistle from the farmer.”

What part of speech is “sheepdog”?

“Sheepdog” is a noun.

How many meanings does “sheepdog” have?

“Sheepdog” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dog trained to herd or guard sheep.

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