Piglet

Piglet

Piglet (/ˈpɪɡlɪt/), derived from the Middle English term pigge (a young pig), is a term used to refer to a young, immature pig. Piglets are the offspring of adult pigs, known as sows (females) and boars (males).

Etymology

The term "piglet" is derived from the Middle English term pigge, which refers to a young pig. The suffix "-let" is a diminutive suffix, indicating smallness or endearment.

Related Terms

• Sow: An adult female pig.
• Boar: An adult male pig.
• Farrow: The act of a sow giving birth to piglets.
• Swine: Another term for pigs, often used in a farming or agricultural context.
• Hog: A term often used to refer to domestic pigs.
• Pigling: Another term for a young pig or piglet.

Pronunciation

The term "piglet" is pronounced as /ˈpɪɡlɪt/.

See Also

• Pig farming
• Pig breed
• Pig behavior

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Piglet
• Wikipedia's article - Piglet

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