Definition of sheepdog

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Chó chăn cừu

/ˈʃiːpdɒɡ//ˈʃiːpdɔːɡ/

The term "sheepdog" originated from the simple combination of the words "sheep" and "dog". It's a straightforward descriptor for a dog bred and trained to herd and protect sheep. While the exact origins of sheep herding dogs are debated, they likely evolved naturally from working dogs that were selectively bred for their herding instincts and abilities. The term "sheepdog" solidified as a common name for these breeds as their role in sheep farming became increasingly important.

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a dog that is trained to help control sheep on a farm

một con chó được huấn luyện để giúp kiểm soát đàn cừu ở trang trại

a dog of a type that is often used for controlling sheep, especially a collie

một loại chó thường được sử dụng để kiểm soát cừu, đặc biệt là chó collie

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