piggy
Piggy (noun) means a child's word for a pig, or an informal word for a toe. Example: “This little piggy went to market.”
How to use piggy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA cute or childish word for a pig, or an adjective meaning greedy.
Word forms
piggier comparative, piggies plural, piggiest superlative
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This little _____ went to market.
Etymology
From "pig" plus the diminutive ending "-y".
Synonyms
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Rhymes for piggy
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What does “piggy” mean?
The word “piggy” means a child's word for a pig, or an informal word for a toe. In plain terms, a cute or childish word for a pig, or an adjective meaning greedy.
How do you pronounce “piggy”?
“Piggy” is pronounced PIH-gee (/ˈpɪɡi/ in IPA).
How do you use “piggy” in a sentence?
Here is “piggy” used in a sentence: “This little piggy went to market.”
What part of speech is “piggy”?
Depending on how it is used, “piggy” can be a noun and an adjective.
Is “piggy” a common word?
“Piggy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “piggy” have?
“Piggy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a child's word for a pig, or an informal word for a toe.