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boar

/bɔːr/

A boar is a wild pig or an uncastrated male domestic pig, typically known for its thick hair, tusks, and aggressive nature. In ecological terms, it often refers to the wild species (Sus scrofa) found in forests across Europe, Asia, and North Africa.

例文

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While hiking in the Black Forest, we spotted a wild boar scavenging for acorns.

While hiking in the Black Forest, we spotted a wild boar scavenging for acorns.

2

The ministry has implemented new regulations to control the rising wild boar population in agricultural zones.

The ministry has implemented new regulations to control the rising wild boar population in agricultural zones.

3

Man, that boar we saw on the trail was huge and definitely a bit scary!

Man, that boar we saw on the trail was huge and definitely a bit scary!

語族

名詞
boar
関連
sounder
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覚え方のコツ

Remember that a Boar has Big tusks and lives in the Bush. The 'A' in Boar is like the sharp point of a tusk.

クイックテスト

The medieval knight’s shield featured the image of a charging _____, representing his courage in battle.

正解!

正解は: boar

例文

1

While hiking in the Black Forest, we spotted a wild boar scavenging for acorns.

everyday

While hiking in the Black Forest, we spotted a wild boar scavenging for acorns.

2

The ministry has implemented new regulations to control the rising wild boar population in agricultural zones.

formal

The ministry has implemented new regulations to control the rising wild boar population in agricultural zones.

3

Man, that boar we saw on the trail was huge and definitely a bit scary!

informal

Man, that boar we saw on the trail was huge and definitely a bit scary!

4

Ecological research suggests that the wild boar plays a significant role in forest soil aeration through its rooting behavior.

academic

Ecological research suggests that the wild boar plays a significant role in forest soil aeration through its rooting behavior.

5

Our restaurant specializes in sourcing premium wild boar meat for high-end charcuterie boards.

business

Our restaurant specializes in sourcing premium wild boar meat for high-end charcuterie boards.

語族

名詞
boar
関連
sounder

よく使う組み合わせ

wild boar wild boar
boar hunting boar hunting
boar tusks boar tusks
feral boar feral boar
boar bristle boar bristle

よく使うフレーズ

wild boar bristles

stiff hairs from a boar used in high-quality brushes

boar's head

a traditional symbol or dish, often seen in heraldry or festive feasts

wild boar meat

venison-like meat harvested from wild pigs

よく混同される語

boar vs bore

A 'bore' is a dull person or the act of making a hole, whereas a 'boar' is an animal.

boar vs boor

A 'boor' is a rude, unrefined person; 'boar' refers specifically to the pig.

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使い方のコツ

The word 'boar' specifically denotes the male gender when referring to domestic pigs, but 'wild boar' refers to the species as a whole (both male and female). In culinary contexts, it is almost always referred to as 'wild boar' to distinguish it from farm-raised pork.

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よくある間違い

Learners often misspell the animal as 'bore' or 'boor' because they are homophones. Ensure the spelling 'boar' is used for the animal.

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覚え方のコツ

Remember that a Boar has Big tusks and lives in the Bush. The 'A' in Boar is like the sharp point of a tusk.

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語源

Derived from the Old English 'bār', of Germanic origin, used to describe a male swine.

文法パターン

Countable noun Plural form: boars (or 'boar' in collective hunting contexts) Compound noun: wild boar
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文化的な背景

In many European cultures, the boar is a symbol of bravery and ferocity, frequently appearing on medieval coats of arms and in folklore as a formidable forest dweller.

クイックテスト

The medieval knight’s shield featured the image of a charging _____, representing his courage in battle.

正解!

正解は: boar

関連単語

ozone

B2

Ozone is a colorless gas found in the upper atmosphere that protects the Earth from harmful ultraviolet radiation. It is also produced at ground level as a pollutant when sunlight reacts with industrial emissions.

layer

B2

A layer is a single thickness, sheet, or level of a material that covers a surface or is placed between other things. It can refer to physical substances like paint and geological strata, or abstract levels of complexity and meaning.

around

C2

As an adverb at a C2 level, it denotes presence, availability, or existence within a specific vicinity or context. It is also used to indicate approximate values or to describe movement or positioning that encircles a point or lacks a specific direction.

climate

B2

Climate refers to the long-term patterns of weather conditions, such as temperature and rainfall, in a particular region over many years. It can also describe the prevailing mood, conditions, or social atmosphere of a specific time or place.

immune

B2

Immune describes the state of being protected from a specific disease, typically through vaccination or prior exposure. It can also figuratively refer to being unaffected by something negative, such as criticism, or being exempt from certain duties or legal consequences.

virus

B2

A submicroscopic infectious agent that replicates only inside the living cells of an organism, often causing disease. In technology, it refers to a piece of malicious code that replicates itself to damage or disrupt a computer system.

species

B2

A species is a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding. It is the basic unit of biological classification and taxonomic rank in the hierarchy of living things.

business

B2

Used as an attributive adjective to describe things related to professional commerce, trade, or work activities. It distinguishes professional matters from personal, social, or recreational ones.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

bonus

B2

A bonus is an extra amount of money, credit, or benefit added to what is expected or required. It is typically given as a reward for good performance or as an incentive to encourage future effort.

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