razorback

English

Etymology

From razor +‎ back.

Pronunciation

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈɹeɪzɚˌbæk/
• (Received Pronunciation) IPA^(key): /ˈɹeɪzəˌbæk/

• Audio (US):

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• Hyphenation: ra‧zor‧back

Noun

razorback (plural razorbacks)

1. (US, southeastern US, informal) A feral pig.
2. The rorqual or finback whale.

Usage notes

• (pig): Also used as a nickname for the University of Arkansas athletic teams.
• Not to be confused with racerback, a style of clothing.

Synonyms

• (pig): scissorbill

Related terms

• razor-backed
• razorback sucker

See also

• racerback