sheep

//ʃiːp//
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Noun

sheepSingular
sheepPlural
1

A domesticated ruminant mammal with a thick woolly coat, kept in flocks for its wool, meat, or milk.

The farmer has fifty sheep on his farm.

2

A person who is too easily influenced or led by others; a meek or timid person.

Don't be a sheep—think for yourself.

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