B1nounnature
US/hɜːrd/
UK/hɜːd/
a large group of animals of one kind that live or move together, such as cows
In context
A herd of buffalo was crossing the road, so all the motorbikes stopped.
The farmer keeps a small herd of dairy cows in Moc Chau.
Some people just follow the herd instead of thinking for themselves.
Words that go with herd
noun + preposition
- herd of cattleA herd of cattle was grazing near the river.
- herd of elephantsWe saw a herd of elephants in the national park.
- herd of goatsThe boy looked after a herd of goats on the hill.
verb + noun
- follow the herdDon't just follow the herd when you choose a major.
adjective + noun
- large herdA large herd of deer lives in the forest.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a herd of birdsCorrect: a flock of birds