pigsty

English

/ˈpɪɡstaɪ/

noun
Definitions
  • An enclosure where pigs are kept.
  • (slang) A dirty or very untidy place.

Etymology

Compound from English pig + English sty (climb, ascend).

Origin

English

sty

Gloss

climb, ascend

Concept
Semantic Field

Motion

Ontological Category

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