Definition

A person who takes care of animals, especially cattle, by allowing them to graze on grass or other plants.

Example

The pasturer led the cattle to a new field for grazing.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming a pasturer?

Not really, but it sounds interesting to work with animals.

Yeah, it could be quite peaceful to spend time outdoors as a pasturer.

Definitely! Plus, you’d get to see beautiful landscapes every day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pasturer → The word is derived from "pasture" (from Old French *pasture*, meaning a feeding ground for animals) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A pasturer is a person who tends to or manages animals in a pasture.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who takes care of animals in a 'feeding ground' ('pasture') — that's what a pasturer does.

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