pigs

pigs · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of "pig": domesticated mammals kept for their meat.

  2. 2.

    (informal, derogatory) Multiple greedy, dirty, or unpleasant people.

Phrases & expressions

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    cast pearls before swine/pigs — to offer something valuable to those who cannot appreciate it
  • •
    in a pig's eye — expressing disbelief (never)
  • •
    pigs might fly — expressing that something is highly unlikely

Related words

See also: hogs, pig, swine
Synonyms: hogs, swine

Etymology

Plural of Old English picg ("young pig"). Pigs have been domesticated for thousands of years and remain one of the most important livestock animals.