[FoxInSocks]

I also suppose “herd” is a perfectly fine word to use. Like many words in the English language, it has more than one precise definition or specific use.

[Songcraft]

Before this thread rides completely off into the sunset, I just wanted to add a quick musical touch, showing one use of that "herd" term which should not be controversial for anyone.   Here goes:

      "I Herd It Through The Grapevine" - Creedence Clearwater Revival

Take care, and God bless all here!       :-)