Swine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /swaɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Swine is a noun meaning (plural swine) A pig (the animal).
Meaning
(plural swine) A pig (the animal).
More Meanings
- (derogatory) A contemptible person (plural swine or swines).
- (slang, derogatory) A police officer; a "pig".
- (slang, derogatory) Something difficult or awkward; a pain.
- (archaic) plural of sow
Example Sentences
That old car is a swine to manoeuvre.
The Zimmerman farm introduced swine to their husbandry.
Word Forms
- swines
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include porcine, piggy, pork, porker, pigmeat, boar.
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