pig-woman

pig-woman
pigˈ-woman noun
A woman who roasted pigs at fairs
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Main Entry:pig
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pigˈ-man or pigˈ-woman noun
A dealer in earthenware articles
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Main Entry:pig

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pig-woman, -wool etc.:
see pig1 14.

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