razorback

English

Etymology

razor + back

Noun

razorback (plural razorbacks)

  1. (US, southeastern US, informal) A thin 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.

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