What does STIES mean?

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Noun, plural

Definitions

1. Enclosures for pigs or other domestic animals
2. Inflammation of the eyelid, typically caused by bacterial infection or associated with a blocked gland

Pronunciations

• US: /staɪz/
• UK: /staɪz/

Origin and Usage

The word "sties" originated from the Old English word "stig", meaning "pen for pigs". The word has been used since the 14th century to refer to enclosures for pigs or other domestic animals. In modern usage, "sties" can also refer to inflammation of the eyelid, typically caused by bacterial infection or associated with a blocked gland.

Synonyms

• pens
• enclosures
• inflamed eyelids
• hordeolum

Related Words

• eyrie
• tyees
• sites
• tiers
• tries

Example Sentences

1. She keeps her pigs in sties.
2. He had a stye on his eyelid that made it difficult to see.