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: any of a breed of large vigorous red American hogs
Word History
Etymology
Duroc, 19th century American stallion
First Known Use
1883, in the meaning defined above
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“Duroc.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/duroc. Accessed 7 Dec. 2022.
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