"Enviropig" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Enviropigs [plural]
Etymology: enviro- + pig Etymology templates: {{prefix|en|enviro|pig}} enviro- + pig Head templates: {{en-noun}} Enviropig (plural Enviropigs)
  1. A genetically modified Yorkshire pig that produces phytase in its salivary glands and can thus digest plant phosphorus more efficiently than ordinary pigs, allowing for cheaper feeding and reduced phosphorus pollution. Wikipedia link: Enviropig
    Sense id: en-Enviropig-en-noun-~lmolPGO Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, English terms prefixed with enviro-

Inflected forms

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