Oink
noun
A sound made by a pig, often used to represent this animal's vocalization.
The piglet made a loud oink that echoed across the farm.
Usage tips
Neutral
oink loudly,make an oink sound,oink like a pig
verb
To eat greedily or excessively, similar to how pigs often eat.
He oinked down the last piece of cake, leaving nothing for anyone else.
Usage tips
Informal
oinking down food,oink at the table,oink like a pig
noun
A sound made by a pig, often used to represent this animal's vocalization.
The piglet made a loud oink that echoed across the farm.
Usage tips
Neutral
oink loudly,make an oink sound,oink like a pig
verb
To eat greedily or excessively, similar to how pigs often eat.
He oinked down the last piece of cake, leaving nothing for anyone else.
Usage tips
Informal
oinking down food,oink at the table,oink like a pig
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Sound
The word is primarily used to illustrate the noise made by pigs.
In stories, 'oink' adds a playful element.
Pro Tip 2/3Children's Language
Commonly used in children's books to engage young readers.
'Oink' is fun to say, making it memorable for kids.
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Context
Can be used humorously to describe someone who eats greedily.
'He oinked at the buffet, not caring about moderation.'
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Sound
The word is primarily used to illustrate the noise made by pigs.
In stories, 'oink' adds a playful element.
Pro Tip 2/3Children's Language
Commonly used in children's books to engage young readers.
'Oink' is fun to say, making it memorable for kids.
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Context
Can be used humorously to describe someone who eats greedily.
'He oinked at the buffet, not caring about moderation.'
Pro Tip 1/3Literal Sound
The word is primarily used to illustrate the noise made by pigs.
In stories, 'oink' adds a playful element.
Pro Tip 2/3Children's Language
Commonly used in children's books to engage young readers.
'Oink' is fun to say, making it memorable for kids.
Pro Tip 3/3Humorous Context
Can be used humorously to describe someone who eats greedily.
'He oinked at the buffet, not caring about moderation.'
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