shepard
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈʃɛpɝd// shep·ard
n. a person whose job is to take care of sheep. You use this word for someone who watches over the animals and keeps them safe.
n. a person who tends, herds, and guards sheep. Often used metaphorically to describe a leader who guides a group of people.
Usage
Commonly used as a metaphor for spiritual or political leaders; the spelling 'shepherd' is standard, while 'shepard' is a frequent misspelling or surname.
Pitfall
the shepardthe shepherdLearners often misspell the word as 'shepard' because of the pronunciation, but it is spelled with 'herd' at the end.