Pigsty

/ˈpɪɡˌstaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A structure or enclosure for pigs.

After the storm, the pigsty needed extensive repairs to ensure the pigs had a safe place to stay.

A place that is dirty or messy.

His room looked like a pigsty after he decided to throw all his clothes on the floor.

An environment characterized by disorder or lack of cleanliness.

The garage was such a pigsty that we couldn't even find the tools we needed for the project.

The term 'pigsty' originates from the combination of 'pig' and 'sty', the latter being an Old English term for a shelter.

like a pig in a pigsty

In a very dirty or chaotic situation.

cleaning up one's pigsty

Making a mess or disorganized space tidy.

living in a pigsty

Referring to someone who is untidy or lives in a messy environment.

sty

A pen for pigs or a place where pigs are kept.

mess

A state of disorder or untidiness.

A messy situation or environment.

After the kids played all day, the house looked like a total pigsty.

A person who is very untidy.

You need to clean your room; you're such a pigsty!