swine
swine definition
swine (swīn)
noun pl. swine
- any of a family (Suidae) of omnivorous, artiodactylous mammals with a bristly coat and elongated, flexible snout; esp., a domesticated pig or hog: usually used collectively
- a vicious, contemptible, or disgusting person
Etymology: ME swin < OE, akin to Ger schwein < IE base *su-, pig, sow > Gr hys, sow, L sus
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Posted by damola 65 days ago.