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Synonyms of shepherd
(Entry 1 of 2)
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
- shepherding her through the procedure of taking out a loan
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nounSynonyms & Antonyms of shepherd (Entry 2 of 2)
1
as in pastor, vicar
Synonyms & Near Synonyms for shepherd
- abbot,
- archbishop,
- archpriest,
- bishop,
- dean,
- diocesan,
- monsignor,
- pope,
- prelate,
- presbyter
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The first known use of shepherd was before the 12th century
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