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Porcine

/ˈpɔːr.saɪn/
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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Relating to or resembling pigs.

    "The farmer implemented porcine management practices to ensure the health of his livestock."
As noun
  1. 1

    A pig or hog.

    "The porcine was raised for its meat, which is a staple in many cuisines."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'porcine' originates from the Latin word 'porcus', meaning 'pig' or 'hog', which evolved into the Middle French 'porcin' before being adopted into English in the late 14th century. The word has maintained its association with swine throughout its history.

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