Hampshire

/ˈhæmpʃɪə/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: Hampshires

Meaning · English

A pig of a domestic breed characterized by erect ears, a black body, and a white band around the middle, covering the front legs.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “Hampshire” mean?

A pig of a domestic breed characterized by erect ears, a black body, and a white band around the middle, covering the front legs.

Is “Hampshire” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.