Chester White

noun

Ches·​ter White ˈche-stər- How to pronounce Chester White (audio)
: any of a breed of large white swine

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For more than three hours Sunday, a big ol’, droopy-eared Chester White pig from Kansas with the longest of eyelashes and the pinkest of snouts cuddled with Isabelle Sears. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 9 Apr. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Chester County, Pennsylvania

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Chester White was in 1856

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“Chester White.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Chester%20White. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

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