1. a person who tends or takes care of pigs

Examples

• The swineherd led the pigs to the muddy pen for feeding.
• In medieval times, a swineherd was an important job in rural communities.
• The old swineherd knew each pig by name and temperament.
• She worked as a swineherd on her family’s farm for many years.
• The swineherd carried a long stick to guide the herd through the forest.
• Local children often helped the swineherd gather acorns for the pigs.