Definition for PORK

PORK, n. [L. porcus, a hog or pig; Fr. porc; W. porç; Arm. porcq, porchell. Qu. from the shape of his back, L. porca, a ridge; or from his snout and rooting. In Sax. berga is a barrow.]

The flesh of swine, fresh or salted, used for food.

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