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oink vs let loose

let loose vs oink

oink is a noun but let loose is not a noun.

oink and let loose both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
oink Yes No Yes No
let loose No No Yes No
As verbs, let loose is a hypernym of oink; that is, let loose is a word with a broader meaning than oink:
  • oink: utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs
  • let loose: express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
Other hypernyms of oink include emit, let out, utter.
oink (noun) let loose (noun)
the short low gruff noise of the kind made by hogs
oink (verb) let loose (verb)
utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs express audibly; utter sounds (not necessarily words)
turn loose or free from restraint
Difference between oink and let loose

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