Hog Wallow

Pronunciation: /hɒɡ ˈwɒloʊ/

Definitions of hog wallow

noun a depression in the ground where hogs or pigs wallow in mud

Example Sentences

A1 The pig likes to roll around in the hog wallow.

A2 The farmer built a new hog wallow for the pigs to cool off in.

B1 The hog wallow was filled with mud and water, creating a perfect spot for the pigs to relax.

B2 The hog wallow was deep and muddy, providing a comfortable place for the pigs to wallow in.

C1 The hog wallow was meticulously maintained by the farmhands to ensure the pigs' comfort.

C2 The luxurious hog wallow was equipped with a filtration system to keep the water clean for the pigs.

Examples of hog wallow in a Sentence

formal The farmer constructed a hog wallow for the pigs to cool off in during the hot summer months.

informal We found a perfect spot for a hog wallow down by the creek.

slang Let's go hang out at the hog wallow and chill for a while.

figurative After a long day of work, I feel like I'm sinking into a hog wallow of exhaustion.

Grammatical Forms of hog wallow

• past tense: hog wallowed
• plural: hog wallows
• comparative: more hog wallow
• superlative: most hog wallow
• present tense: hog wallows
• future tense: will hog wallow
• perfect tense: has hog wallowed
• continuous tense: is hog wallowing
• singular: hog wallow
• positive degree: hog wallow
• infinitive: to hog wallow
• gerund: hog wallowing
• participle: hog wallowing

Origin and Evolution of hog wallow

First Known Use: 1800 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The term 'hog wallow' originated in the United States, specifically in the rural areas where pigs were commonly raised.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe a muddy depression where pigs would roll around and cool off, 'hog wallow' has evolved to also refer to any muddy or dirty area, or a depression in the ground caused by the repeated passage of hogs.