Electric Pig (Noun)
Meaning
A kitchen appliance for disposing of garbage.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The electric pig was installed under the sink to make disposing of food waste easier and more hygienic.
- To prevent clogs, the user manual for the electric pig recommended not feeding it large bones or fibrous materials.
- After years of faithful service, the electric pig finally broke down and needed to be replaced with a new model.
- Some homeowners choose to install an electric pig instead of traditional garbage disposals for the added feature of grinding small metal pieces.
- The kitchen remodel included the installation of an electric pig, which was marketed as a high-end, low-maintenance waste management solution for home cooks.