piggy

[ˈpɪɡi]

piggy Definition

  • 1resembling or characteristic of a pig, especially in being greedy or piggish
  • 2a small or young pig

Using piggy: Examples

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

  • Example

    He has a piggy face.

  • Example

    The children were playing with the piggy in the farm.

  • Example

    She ate her food like a piggy.

  • Example

    He is a piggy eater.

piggy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for piggy

Phrases with piggy

  • a small container, typically one shaped like a pig, for saving coins

    Example

    I saved all my pocket money in my piggy bank.

  • to carry someone on one's back or shoulders

    Example

    The little girl was tired so her father gave her a piggyback ride.

  • a situation in which one person or group is caught between two others who are arguing or fighting

    Example

    The children played piggy in the middle with the ball.

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Summary: piggy in Brief

The term 'piggy' [ˈpɪɡi] can be used as an adjective to describe someone or something that resembles or has the characteristics of a pig, especially in being greedy or piggish. It can also be used as a noun to refer to a small or young pig. 'Piggy' extends into phrases like 'piggy bank,' and 'piggyback,' denoting a container for saving coins and carrying someone on one's back or shoulders, respectively.

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