Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hog
noun
/hɔg/
Definition
A hog is a domesticated pig, especially one that is raised for food.
Examples
- The farmer raised a hog for the county fair.
- Don’t be such a hog; share the snacks with everyone!
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘hog’ can also refer to a person who is greedy or takes more than their fair share.
Synonyms
- pig
- swine
- boar
- greedy person
