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hogback Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: HH AA1 G B AE0 K

What Does Hogback Mean?

As a noun, hogback means A sharp steep-sided ridge formed by the erosion of tilting strata. It can also mean A hogframe.

Hogback Definition (Noun)

  1. A sharp steep-sided ridge formed by the erosion of tilting strata,
  2. A hogframe.
  3. A Viking grave marker taking the form of a recumbent monument, generally with a curved (hogbacked) ridge and outwardly curved sides.

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Antonyms of Hogback

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Word Forms & Grammar

hogback (plural hogbacks)

Words That Rhyme With Hogback

Origin of Hogback

From hog +‎ back.

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