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单词 night-herd
释义

night-herd1

/ˈnʌɪthəːd/
United States regional (west. ). Now chiefly historical
noun
The task or duty of herding or guarding animals, especially cattle, at night. Now chiefly historical.

Origin

Late 19th century. Probably from night-herd (although this is first attested slightly later).

night-herd2

/ˈnʌɪthəːd/
United States regional (west. ). Now chiefly historical
verb
1 [with object] To herd or guard (cattle or other animals) at night.
2 [no object] To herd or guard cattle or other animals at night.

Origin

Late 19th century. From night + herd, after night-herder.

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