sheep
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/ʃiːp/
domesticated woolly animal
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sheep' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sceap', where 'sceap' meant 'sheep'.
Historical Evolution
'sceap' changed from Old English word 'sceap' and eventually became the modern English word 'sheep'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sheep', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a domesticated ruminant animal with a thick woolly coat, typically kept in flocks for its wool or meat.
The farmer has a flock of sheep grazing in the field.
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Noun 2
a person who is easily influenced or led.
He followed the crowd like a sheep.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35