Duroc

[ door-ok, dyoor- ]

noun

1. one of an American breed of hardy red hogs having drooping ears.

Duroc

/ ˈdjʊərɒk /

noun

1. an American breed of red lard pig

Word History and Origins

Origin of Duroc¹

An Americanism dating back to 1880–85; named after a horse owned by breeder

Word History and Origins

Origin of Duroc¹

C19: from Duroc, name of a stallion owned by the man who developed this breed

Example Sentences

Orrison, Lewis and their team on Friday were preparing two Duroc hogs for the competition, each one carefully injected with marinades and laid over a bed of butter and bacon.

From Seattle Times

The Duroc, a ham and smoked pork combo on ciabatta, was likewise lifeless due to what struck me as a lethal lack of seasoning.

From Washington Post

Instead he worries about shows like the Exposition, where young handlers compete for belt buckles, banners, and ribbons for having raised the best-looking Duroc, Hampshire, Landrace, Berkshire, or crossbred hog.

From Science Magazine

Agricultural signs hang from the walls and rafters: "Duroc Hog," "Strawberries for Sale," "Cattle Crossing."

From Salon

Gas powers the stoves used to cook dishes in a wok and the custom barbecue oven used to prepare the restaurant’s signature char siu Duroc pork, roasted low and slow with a sweet honey glaze.

From Los Angeles Times