BERKSHIRE


Meaning of BERKSHIRE in English

I. ˈbərkˌshi(ə)r, -iə, -_shə(r), Brit usually ˈbȧk- adjective

Usage: usually capitalized

Etymology: from Berkshire, England

: of or from Berkshire, England : of the kind or style prevalent in Berkshire

II. noun

( -s )

Usage: usually capitalized

Etymology: from Berkshire, England, where the breed originated

1. : a breed of medium-sized swine black with white markings

2. : a Berkshire swine

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