What is another word for pigsticking?

Pronunciation: [pˈɪɡstɪkɪŋ] (IPA)

Pigsticking refers to the practice of hunting wild boars for sport or food. There are several synonyms for this activity, including boar hunting, hog hunting, and pig hunting. Other possible synonyms include feral swine hunting, wild hog hunting, and wild pig hunting. Each of these terms can be used interchangeably to describe the activity of pursuing and killing wild boars. While pigsticking remains a popular pastime in some parts of the world, it is becoming increasingly controversial due to concerns about animal welfare and the spread of diseases such as African swine fever.

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What are the hyponyms for Pigsticking?

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Usage examples for Pigsticking

Another sport was one similar to pigsticking as it is practised in India, except that instead of pigs native women and children were stuck with the lances.
"Christopher Columbus, Complete"
Filson Young

Related words: pig sticking, pig-sticking, pig-sticker

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