Boars

Part of speech: noun

Pronunciation: /bɔɹz/

Definitions

1. A type of wild pig known for its tusks and robust body, often found in forests
2. An animal characterized by coarse hair, prominent snouts, and sometimes aggressive behavior, commonly associated with hunting
3. A member of the Sus scrofa species group that typically inhabits wooded areas and is hunted for sport and food

Etymology: "Boars" is the plural of "boar," the uncut adult male pig, though the word also covers wild pigs generally. "Boar" comes from Old English "bār," which has cognates in other Germanic languages, such as Dutch "beer."

Synonyms: swine, pigs, hogs