noun
pigpen
pihg-pehn
Pigpen (noun) means an enclosure where pigs are kept; a pigsty. Example: “He mucked out the pigpen every morning before school.”
noun
1
An enclosure where pigs are kept; a pigsty.
"He mucked out the pigpen every morning before school."
How to use pigpen
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn enclosure for keeping pigs.
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Word forms
- Plural
- pigpens
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "pig" and "pen".
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Frequently asked questions
What does “pigpen” mean?
The word “pigpen” means an enclosure where pigs are kept; a pigsty. In plain terms, an enclosure for keeping pigs.
How do you pronounce “pigpen”?
“Pigpen” is pronounced pihg-pehn (/pɪɡ.pɛn/ in IPA).
How do you use “pigpen” in a sentence?
Here is “pigpen” used in a sentence: “He mucked out the pigpen every morning before school.”
What part of speech is “pigpen”?
“Pigpen” is a noun.
