sheepdog
/ˈʃiːpdɔːɡ/
noun
- A dog trained to herd and guard sheep.
- Our border collie is an excellent sheepdog, always watching the herd.
- Sheepdogs are known for their intelligence and loyalty.
- The sheepdog rounded up the flock with a few sharp barks.
- A person who looks after or guides a group, especially in a protective or controlling way.
- He saw himself as a sheepdog for the team, always watching out for trouble.
- The teacher acted as a sheepdog, keeping the students together on the field trip.
- In the meeting, she was the sheepdog who made sure everyone stayed on topic.
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