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    Troupeau (en. Herd)

    tʁu.po

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A set of animals of the same species, typically grazing animals.
    The herd of sheep was grazing peacefully in the field.
    Le troupeau de moutons broutait paisiblement dans le champ.
    A group of domestic animals kept together.
    He led his herd to shelter for the night.
    Il a conduit son troupeau jusqu'à l'abri pour la nuit.
    A set of individuals, often used to describe a group seen as uniform.
    The herd of admirers was waiting in front of the concert.
    Le troupeau des admirateurs attendait devant le concert.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'tropaeum', which evokes a troop or group of animals.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Within the herd
    In the group or community.
    Au sein du troupeau
    To be in the herd
    To be part of a group without distinction.
    Être dans le troupeau
    To follow the herd
    To act like others, without critical thinking.
    Suivre le troupeau

    Related Words

    shepherd
    A person who tends a herd.
    berger
    cattle
    Domestic animals kept for the production of meat, milk, or wool.
    bétail
    grazing
    Land where cattle can graze.
    pâturage

    Slang Meanings

    A group of people who behave uniformly.
    It seems they are just following the herd without thinking for themselves.
    On dirait qu'ils ne font que suivre le troupeau sans penser par eux-mêmes.
    A gathering often loud or disorderly.
    It was a real herd at the party, everyone was stepping on each other's toes.
    C'était un vrai troupeau à la fête, tout le monde se marchait sur les pieds.