town herd1
/ˌtaʊn ˈhəːd/Now historical
noun
A herd consisting of the sheep, cattle, or other livestock owned by the inhabitants of a town or parish.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in George Chapman (?1560–1634), poet and playwright. From town + herd.
town herd2
/ˌtaʊn ˈhəːd/Scottish. Now historical and rare
noun
The person responsible for gathering and pasturing the sheep, cattle, or other livestock owned by the inhabitants of a town.
Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in Session Papers. From town + herd.
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