Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boar
noun
/bɔːr/
Definition
A wild or domesticated pig, particularly an adult male pig.
Examples
- The hunter spotted a wild boar in the dense forest.
- Farmers often keep boars for breeding purposes.
- A boar’s tusks can be quite dangerous if provoked.
Meaning
The term ‘boar’ refers to the male of the species of pig, known for its stout body and tusks. It can also denote wild pigs that roam in forests and rural areas.
Synonyms
- hog
- swine
- pig
- wild pig
