Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hogg
noun
/hɒɡ/
Definition
A young sheep, especially one that is over a year old but less than two years old.
Examples
1. The farmer raised a healthy hogg and was proud of its growth.
2. During the sheep-shearing season, many hoggs were brought to the market.
3. Young hoggs are often more energetic than older sheep.
Meaning
Hogg refers to a juvenile male sheep that has reached a somewhat mature stage but is not yet fully grown. It is commonly used in agricultural contexts, particularly in sheep farming.
Synonyms
- lamb
- sheep
- ram (if relating to a male)
