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Pig Head

Description:

A pig head refers to the severed head of a pig. It is often used in various culinary traditions and cultural practices.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Culinary Usage

Refers to the head of a pig used as an ingredient in cooking, particularly in dishes like roast pig head, pig head soup, or pig head terrine.

Example Sentence: I roasted the pig head for several hours, resulting in tender and flavorful meat.

Sense 2:

Noun - Symbolic/Metaphorical Usage

Used to represent a person or organization displaying stubbornness, obstinacy, or a lack of intelligence.

Example Sentence: Despite all the evidence against his actions, he remains as stubborn as a pig head.

Sense 3:

Noun - Cultural Usage

Refers to the use of pig heads in cultural and religious customs, such as ceremonies, festivals, or rituals.

Example Sentence: In certain traditions, pig heads are ceremonially offered as a symbol of abundance and prosperity.

Sense 4:

Noun - Veterinary/Anatomical Usage

Refers to the head of a pig in veterinary or anatomical contexts, often for study or research purposes.

Example Sentence: The veterinarian examined the pig head to better understand the anatomy of the species.

Sense 5:

Adjective - Descriptive Usage

Used to describe something related to or resembling a pig head.

Example Sentence: She had a pig head-shaped pillow on her bed which made her room look quirky.

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