# piglet

/ˈpɪɡɫɪt/ (US) · /pˈɪɡlət/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/piglet
Updated: 2026-05-25

## Definition

a young pig. You use this word to talk about a baby pig before it is fully grown.

For teachers: a young pig, typically before it reaches maturity. Often used in agricultural or domestic contexts.

## Examples

- The farmer counted the piglets in the pen.
- After the mother sow gave birth, the farmer moved the piglets to a warmer area of the barn.
- The local farm specializes in raising heritage piglets, which are valued for their unique meat quality and slower growth rates compared to commercial breeds.

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