Meaning & Definition of word "Pig"
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Pig
/pɪɡ/
noun:
- 1. A domesticated swine, often raised for food, with a large body, short legs, and a flat snout.
- Example: The farmer raised a herd of pigs for bacon and pork chops.
- 2. A term used to refer to a person who is regarded as greedy or gluttonous.
- Example: He ate so much at the buffet, he looked like a pig.
- 3. A specific breed of domestic pig, typically characterized by certain traits.
- Example: The Yorkshire pig is known for its high-quality meat.
verb:
- 1. To spend time doing nothing or to indulge excessively in an activity.
- Example: After a long week, I just want to pig out and binge-watch my favorite shows.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old Norse 'pygg' meaning pig or swine.
Common Phrases and Expressions
when pigs fly:
An expression meaning something will never happen.
pig out:
To eat a lot of food greedily.
sweating like a pig:
The phrase describes someone sweating profusely; ironic, since pigs don't actually sweat much.
Related Words
porcine:
Relating to or resembling pigs.
pork:
The meat obtained from pigs.
piggeries:
Places where pigs are bred.
Slang Meanings of pig
Meaning: A greedy or gluttonous person.
Example Sentence: Don't be such a pig at the buffet!
Meaning: A police officer.
Example Sentence: They were yelling at the pigs during the protest.
Meaning: To act in a vulgar or clumsy manner.
Example Sentence: He pigged out on his birthday, eating three pieces of cake.