1. a person who tends or manages a herd of animals, especially cattle or sheep
Usage: often used in historical or rural contexts

Examples

• The herdman guided the cattle across the pasture each morning.
• In medieval times, a herdman was responsible for protecting the lord's livestock.
• The experienced herdman knew how to manage the large flock during winter.
• Young herdmen learned their trade by working alongside older, more skilled workers.
• The herdman's dog helped round up the scattered sheep at the end of the day.