Definition

A girl or woman who takes care of sheep, guiding and protecting them.

Example

The shepherdess led her flock to a new pasture.

Conversation

Do you remember that story about the shepherdess who saved the flock?

Yeah, it was so inspiring how she managed everything by herself.

I always thought being a shepherdess would be such a peaceful life.

Definitely! Just you and the sheep in the countryside sounds lovely.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Shepherdess** → It is formed from "shepherd" (from Old English *sceaphierde*, meaning a person who herds sheep) and the suffix "-ess" (meaning a female). The word "shepherdess" refers to a female who tends to sheep.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who 'herds sheep' ('shepherd') and the '-ess' indicating that this person is female. A shepherdess is simply a female shepherd.

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