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shoat

n.
UK //ʃˈəʊt// shoat
Synonyms
Etymology 1

From Middle English schote, of uncertain origin. Perhaps a special use of Middle English schote (“projectile, young shoot”), or perhaps of Middle Low German origin, cognate with West Flemish schote (“young piglet”).

Etymology 2

Blend of sheep + goat.

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