swill
0 antonyms and opposites of swill, grouped by meaning.
Noun — Kitchen scraps and liquid waste fed to pigs, or by extension, any low-quality food or drink.
How to use swill
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Mildly derogatory when used for food or drink meant for people.
Etymology
From Old English swillan, "to wash or gargle," related to the word swallow.
Full origin of swill →Frequently asked questions
What does “swill” mean?
The word “swill” means kitchen scraps and liquid waste fed to pigs, or by extension, any low-quality food or drink. In plain terms, either pig food/low-quality drink, or to drink something greedily, or to rinse something with water.
How do you pronounce “swill”?
“Swill” is pronounced swihl (/swɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “swill” in a sentence?
Here is “swill” used in a sentence: “The farmer poured the swill into the pig trough.”
What part of speech is “swill”?
Depending on how it is used, “swill” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “swill” come from?
The word “swill” comes from Old English. From Old English swillan, "to wash or gargle," related to the word swallow.
How many meanings does “swill” have?
“Swill” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: kitchen scraps and liquid waste fed to pigs, or by extension, any low-quality food or drink.