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Sherard

Noun

1. A surname of English origin, derived from the Old English word "scīr gehyrde" meaning a boundary shepherd.

Example sentence: The Sherard family has a long history of shepherding in the local area.

Verb

1. (archaic) To act as a shepherd or to guard a boundary.

Example sentence: The villagers appointed John to sherard their livestock during the summer months.

Adjective

1. Relating to or characteristic of the Sherard family or their shepherding traditions.

Example sentence: The Sherard festival celebrates the rich history and heritage of the local shepherd community.

Adverb

1. In a manner reminiscent of a shepherd or relating to shepherding.

Example sentence: The sheep were guided sherard to their grazing grounds.