boar

/bɔ:/
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boar

A wild boar forages for roots in the forest.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • An uncastrated male pig: A boar is a male pig that has not been castrated, often kept for breeding purposes.
    • A wild pig species: Specifically, it refers to the Old World wild swine (Sus scrofa), characterized by a narrow body and prominent tusks, which is the ancestor of most domestic pigs.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The farmer kept a boar for breeding with his sows.
    • Wild boars can be dangerous if they feel threatened.
Advanced Usage
  • "Boar hunt": Refers to the activity of hunting wild boars.
    • Boar hunting is a traditional activity in some European regions.
Variants and Related Words
  • Boarfish (n): A type of marine fish, unrelated to pigs.
  • Boarhound (n): A large dog breed historically used for hunting boars.
Synonyms
  • Male pig: Specifically for the domestic animal.
  • Wild swine: Specifically for the wild animal.
Related Phrases
  • "As fierce as a wild boar": An idiom describing someone or something with great ferocity or aggression.
    • The defender played as fiercely as a wild boar.
boar

A wild boar forages for roots in the forest.

Noun
  1. an uncastrated male hog
  2. Old World wild swine having a narrow body and prominent tusks from which most domestic swine come; introduced in United States

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