"sheeplike" meaning in All languages combined

See sheeplike on Wiktionary

Adjective [English]

IPA: /ˈʃip.laɪk/ [US] Forms: more sheeplike [comparative], most sheeplike [superlative]
Etymology: From sheep + -like. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|sheep|like}} sheep + -like Head templates: {{en-adj}} sheeplike (comparative more sheeplike, superlative most sheeplike)
  1. Resembling a sheep: docile or uncomplaining, or willing to follow a leader blindly. Synonyms: ovine, sheep-like Related terms: sheeple, sheepy

Alternative forms

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