pig

[pɪɡ]

pig Definition

an omnivorous domesticated hoofed mammal with sparse bristly hair and a flat snout for rooting in the soil, kept for its meat.

Using pig: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pig" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The farmer raises pigs for their meat.

• Example

  The pig was rolling in the mud.

• Example

  I don't eat pork because it comes from pigs.

pig Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pig

• hog
• swine
• porker

Phrases with pig

• when pigs fly

  used to express that something will never happen

  Example

  You'll get me to go bungee jumping when pigs fly!

• make a pig of oneself

  to eat too much

  Example

  I made a pig of myself at the buffet.

• in a pig's eye

  used to express disbelief or skepticism

  Example

  He said he won the lottery, but I told him 'In a pig's eye!'

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Summary: pig in Brief

A 'pig' [pɪɡ] is an omnivorous domesticated mammal with sparse bristly hair and a flat snout for rooting in the soil, kept for its meat. It is also known as a 'hog' or 'porker.' The phrase 'when pigs fly' is used to express that something will never happen, while 'make a pig of oneself' means to eat too much.