Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a pig.

Example

The animal had a hoglike appearance, with a large snout and stout body.

Conversation

Have you seen that new pet store downtown?

Yeah, I went there yesterday, and they have some really cute animals.

I noticed they had these hoglike creatures that were adorable!

I know, right? They looked so funny and unique!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Hoglike → It is formed from "hog" (from Old English *hogga*, meaning a male pig) and "-like" (meaning resembling or similar to). The word "hoglike" means resembling or similar to a hog or pig.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'hog' as a pig and remember that 'hoglike' describes something that resembles a pig.

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