oink
2 synonyms for oink, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The grunting sound a pig makes.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The grunting sound a pig makes.
“The protesters replied to the police officers' demands with a chorus of oinks.”
2. verb
To make the grunting sound of a pig.
“The hogs oinked happily in their pen as the farmer poured slop in their feeding trough.”
Etymology
An imitative word that copies the sound itself.
Full origin of oink →Frequently asked questions
What does “oink” mean?
The word “oink” means the grunting sound a pig makes. In plain terms, the sound a pig makes, or to make that sound.
How do you pronounce “oink”?
“Oink” is pronounced oyngk (/ɔɪŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “oink” in a sentence?
Here is “oink” used in a sentence: “The piglet let out a loud oink when it saw the food.”
What is another word for “oink”?
Words with a similar meaning to “oink” include grunt.
What part of speech is “oink”?
Depending on how it is used, “oink” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “oink” have?
“Oink” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the grunting sound a pig makes.
