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Definition of sheepdog

sheepdog

/ˈʃiːpˌdɔːɡ/
sheep · dog
Plural:sheepdogs
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sheepdog Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A breed or type of working dog trained to herd, gather, and guard flocks of sheep.

Example

"The agile sheepdog responded immediately to the farmer's whistles, running out wide to gather the scattered flock."

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• Nearby Words

shebelle
shed
sheep
sheepdog
sheepshead
sheet
sheffield

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English by combining 'sheep' and 'dog', dating back to the late 16th century to describe canines specifically bred or trained to assist shepherds with their flocks.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sheepdog. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sheepdog
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