hogg
2 synonyms for hogg, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A young sheep, before it has grown its first pair of permanent teeth.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use hogg
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a flock of hoggs
hogg lamb
Etymology
Related to "hogget," an old farming term for a yearling sheep; ultimately connects to "hog," though the sheep sense has nothing to do with pigs.
Full origin of hogg →Frequently asked questions
What does “hogg” mean?
The word “hogg” means a young sheep, before it has grown its first pair of permanent teeth. In plain terms, a farming term for a young sheep that hasn't cut its first adult teeth yet.
How do you pronounce “hogg”?
“Hogg” is pronounced hog (/hɑɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hogg” in a sentence?
Here is “hogg” used in a sentence: “The farmer kept the hoggs in the lower field over winter.”
What part of speech is “hogg”?
“Hogg” is a noun.
