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!
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The farmer raises pigs for their meat.
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The pig was rolling in the mud.
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I don't eat pork because it comes from pigs.
pig Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with pig
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You'll get me to go bungee jumping when pigs fly!
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I made a pig of myself at the buffet.
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He said he won the lottery, but I told him 'In a pig's eye!'
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.
