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What is the Feminine of Pig?

Published in Animal Terminology 1 min read

The feminine of pig is sow.

A sow is a female pig that is mature enough to reproduce.

While pig is a general term for both male and female pigs, sow specifically refers to a female pig.

Here are some other terms related to pigs:

  • Boar: A male pig that is mature enough to reproduce.
  • Gilt: A young female pig that has not yet had piglets.
  • Piglet: A baby pig.

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