pigface
pigface · pigfaces
Any of various mesembryanthemums of the genus Carpobrotus, native to coastal areas of…Any of various mesembryanthemums of the genus Carpobrotus, native to coastal areas of Australia, and producing edible fruits.
/ˈpɪɡfeɪs/
Meaning
2 sensesAny of various mesembryanthemums of the genus Carpobrotus, native to coastal areas of Australia, and producing edible fruits.
(derogatory, informal)Term of abuse for an ugly person.
Near-synonym: dogface
Shut up, pigface!
Origin
From pig + face.From pig + face.
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Forms
plural: pigfacesSynonyms
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1 related wordsRelatedpig's ear