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troupeau

herd, flock

noun troo-POH Less Common

Usage Note

Troupeau is used for herds of cattle, sheep, or goats, and figuratively for a crowd moving passively together. Its plural is troupeaux (following the regular -eau-eaux pattern). The related noun le troupier is an archaic word for a common soldier, and troupe refers to a group of performers or soldiers.

Examples

"Le berger conduit son troupeau vers les alpages."

Natural Translation

The shepherd leads his flock toward the alpine pastures.

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