Meaning of the word farrow in English

What does farrow mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

farrow

US /ˈfær.oʊ/

UK /ˈfær.əʊ/

a litter of pigs

Example:

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The sow gave birth to a healthy farrow of ten piglets.

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A large farrow can be challenging for the sow to manage.

Synonym:

litter brood offspring

to give birth to a litter of pigs

Example:

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The sow is expected to farrow next week.

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Farmers carefully monitor sows when they are about to farrow.

Synonym:

litter piglet birth