sheep Synonyms
sheep Meaning
sheep (n)
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat
a timid defenseless simpleton who is readily preyed upon
a docile and vulnerable person who would rather follow than make an independent decision
sheep (n. sing. & pl.)
Any one of several species of ruminants of the genus Ovis, native of the higher mountains of both hemispheres, but most numerous in Asia.
A weak, bashful, silly fellow.
Fig.: The people of God, as being under the government and protection of Christ, the great Shepherd.
sheep Sentence Examples
- The shepherd carefully led his flock of sheep to the pasture.
- The wooly sheep grazed peacefully on the hillside.
- The farmer counted the sheep to ensure none had wandered off.
- The sheepdog barked at the approaching stranger, protecting its flock.
- The shearer swiftly trimmed the wool from the sheep's back.
- The sheep huddled together for warmth during the cold winter nights.
- The bleating of the sheep carried through the countryside.
- The sheep's eyes blinked lazily as they napped in the sun.
- The wool from the sheep was spun into yarn and used to create warm clothing.
- The sheep were known for their gentle nature and calm demeanor.
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The shepherd carefully led his flock of sheep to the pasture.
The wooly sheep grazed peacefully on the hillside.
The farmer counted the sheep to ensure none had wandered off.
The sheepdog barked at the approaching stranger, protecting its flock.
