drovers

Definition of droversnext
plural of drover

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for drovers
Noun
  • The topography, weather, cultures and other factors were drastically distinct from Old World norms, so managing cattle required something beyond the skill sets of Andalusian herders.
    Foreign Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 23 Feb. 2026
  • In central states, climate change has sharpened competition over land and water, intensifying clashes between farmers and herders.
    Yusuf Tuggar, semafor.com, 16 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Continue reading … FAITH UNDER SIEGE – Christians targeted in systematic kidnapping campaign in Nigeria by jihadi herdsmen.
    , FOXNews.com, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Tens of thousands of Nigerians, both Christians and Muslims, have been murdered by terrorists such as Boko Haram and ISWAP, as well as violent Fulani herdsmen, over the past decade.
    Kingsley Moghalu, semafor.com, 10 Nov. 2025
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“Drovers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drovers. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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