farrow
noun
a litter of pigs.
has farrowed
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present perfectof farrow (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Some persons strongly recommend the giving of a strong dose of medicine to the sow after she has farrowed.
From The Pig Breeding, Rearing, and Marketing by Sanders Spencer
"Why, that M. Bonnet's black sow has farrowed fifteen," said I. I handed the paper back.
From The Four Corners of the World by A. E. W. (Alfred Edward Woodley) Mason
As the sow's bowels are likely to be somewhat constipated it is always advisable to exercise her for a few minutes during the morning after she has farrowed.
From The Pig Breeding, Rearing, and Marketing by Sanders Spencer
