Shepherd
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Rural Occupation
Used for actual sheep herders, mostly in rural or pastoral settings. The shepherd spent his days tending to the sheep on the hills.
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Not Just Sheep
'Shepherd' suggests care beyond herding, like providing food and protection. Every morning, the shepherd checks for any sheep that might be sick.
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Metaphorical Use
Sometimes it symbolizes someone who guides people, not just sheep. The teacher was a true shepherd, leading students through knowledge.