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Hogget (Noun)

Meaning

A sheep up to the age of one year; one yet to be sheared.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The hogget sheep were kept in a separate enclosure to prevent them from being sheared along with the rest of the flock.
  • By the time the farmer inspected the field, some of the hogget had wandered too close to the nearby woods.
  • A hogget was found injured near the eastern fence, requiring immediate attention from the shepherd.
  • After one year, the hogget would be considered a mature sheep, and shearing would become a regular part of its maintenance.
  • Due to the upcoming shearing festival, the farmer sorted the hogget from the rest of the flock to be kept unsheared.

Synonyms

  • Hogg
  • Hog

Hypernyms

  • Lamb
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