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piggy

The correct spelling is piggy.

How to pronounce piggy

/ˈpɪɡi/
noun

IPA: /ˈpɪɡi/

Say it like: Pig-jee

The correct spelling is piggy. (hypocoristic) A pig (the animal). For example: "This little piggy went to market."

Usage Examples

This little piggy went to market.

He has such cute piggies!

Can't you finish your dinner? You've been a piggy, haven't you?

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.(hypocoristic) A pig (the animal).
  2. 2.(hypocoristic) A guinea pig.
  3. 3.(hypocoristic) A toe.
  4. 4.(mildly) A pig, a greedy person.
  5. 5.A member of the police.

adjective

  1. 1.Greedy
  2. 2.Slovenly, dirty

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