swine
What is another word for swine? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A pig, especially a domesticated one raised for farming.
We haven't recorded synonyms for swine yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use swine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a herd of swine
you swine
The insult sense is old-fashioned and mostly used in British English.
Etymology
From Old English swin, "pig" — an ancient word going back to a shared Indo-European root for the animal, related to the Latin sus and Greek hys.
Full origin of swine →Frequently asked questions
What does “swine” mean?
The word “swine” means a pig, especially a domesticated one raised for farming. In plain terms, a pig, or, insultingly, a horrible person.
How do you pronounce “swine”?
“Swine” is pronounced swyn (/swaɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “swine” in a sentence?
Here is “swine” used in a sentence: “The farm kept several dozen swine in the back paddock.”
What part of speech is “swine”?
“Swine” is a noun.
Where does the word “swine” come from?
The word “swine” comes from Latin. From Old English swin, "pig" — an ancient word going back to a shared Indo-European root for the animal, related to the Latin sus and Greek hys.
Is “swine” a common word?
“Swine” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “swine” have?
“Swine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a pig, especially a domesticated one raised for farming.
