1. plural of gooseherd; people who tend and care for flocks of geese
Usage: historical or rural context; typically refers to farm workers or shepherds

Examples

• The gooseherds drove their flocks to the meadow each morning.
• In medieval times, gooseherds were common on large estates.
• The gooseherds protected the birds from predators and thieves.
• Young gooseherds learned their trade by working alongside experienced farmers.
• The village employed several gooseherds to manage the communal geese.