Though such specimens are actually members of the genus *Homo* and the species *Sapien* this rather ordinary human being is often referred to figuratively and derogatively, as a *sheep*, not to be confused with other even-toed ungulates. Note: political activists refer to them as *citizens*. ;-) >[**sheep**](http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sheep) *noun, often attributive*: >**1**: any of various hollow-horned typically gregarious ruminant mammals (genus Ovis) related to the goats but stockier and lacking a beard in the male; specifically: one (O. aries) long domesticated especially for its flesh and wool >**2a**: a timid defenseless creature >**2b**: **a timid docile person; especially: one easily influenced or led** (Merriam-Webster *online*)