solitary cowherd

noun phrase

Meaning

A person who tends to a herd of cattle while working entirely alone.

Examples

  • The solitary cowherd spent his days wandering the hills with nothing but his loyal dog for company.
  • In the remote valley, a solitary cowherd lived in a small cabin, tending to the livestock throughout the harsh winter.

Synonyms: herdsman, loner, shepherd, recluse