noun
herder
HUR-duh
Herder (noun) means a person whose job is to look after and manage a herd of animals. Example: “The goat herder led his flock up the mountain each morning.”
noun
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A person whose job is to look after and manage a herd of animals.
"The goat herder led his flock up the mountain each morning."
How to use herder
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who tends and moves a herd of animals for a living.
Common pairings
cattle herder
goat herder
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Word forms
- Plural
- herders
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Etymology
From Middle English herde ("herdsman"), related to herd, plus the agent suffix -er.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “herder” mean?
The word “herder” means a person whose job is to look after and manage a herd of animals. In plain terms, someone who tends and moves a herd of animals for a living.
How do you pronounce “herder”?
“Herder” is pronounced HUR-duh (/ˈhɝːdɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “herder” in a sentence?
Here is “herder” used in a sentence: “The goat herder led his flock up the mountain each morning.”
What part of speech is “herder”?
“Herder” is a noun.
Where does the word “herder” come from?
The word “herder” comes from Middle English. From Middle English herde ("herdsman"), related to herd, plus the agent suffix -er.
