Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hogpen
noun
ˈhɔgˌpɛn
Definition
A hogpen is a fenced enclosure for keeping hogs or pigs.
Examples
- The farmer built a new hogpen on his property to house the growing number of pigs.
- After the storm, the hogpen needed to be cleaned out thoroughly.
- Children visiting the farm were excited to see the pigs in the hogpen.
Meaning
The term refers to a specific area where pigs are raised or kept, often indicating a place that is messy or dirty due to the nature of the animals.
Synonyms
- pigpen
- pigsty
- swine pen
