Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

porker

Noun
ˈpɔːrkər
Definition
A pig, especially one that is bred for eating.
Examples
  • The farmer raised several porkers for the county fair.
  • After the harvest, the family decided to sell the porkers for a good price.
Meaning
The term ‘porker’ typically refers to a swine that is raised specifically for its meat, often indicating an animal that has reached a certain weight and size suitable for butchering.
Synonyms
  • pig
  • swine
  • hog