Sow
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for Sow, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An adult female pig, especially one that has had a litter.
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How to use Sow
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Etymology
From Old English sāwan ("to scatter seed"), from a very old Germanic root shared with "seed."
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What does “Sow” mean?
The word “Sow” means an adult female pig, especially one that has had a litter. In plain terms, either a mother pig, or the act of planting seeds (literally or as a figure of speech, like "sow confusion").
How do you pronounce “Sow”?
“Sow” is pronounced sow (/saʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Sow” in a sentence?
Here is “Sow” used in a sentence: “The farmer moved the sow and her piglets into a clean pen.”
What part of speech is “Sow”?
Depending on how it is used, “Sow” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “Sow” come from?
The word “Sow” comes from Old English. From Old English sāwan ("to scatter seed"), from a very old Germanic root shared with "seed.".
Is “Sow” a common word?
“Sow” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Sow” have?
“Sow” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an adult female pig, especially one that has had a litter.