Noun: a friend who is usually only called upon by a friend when a more primary/prominent friend is unavailable.

Taken from the term “second string” in an athletic competition situation. In football, if the star quarterback gets injured during a play, the second string is called off the bench to replace him/her. A “Second String Friend” is essentially benched until needed, if ever.

Synonyms: Plan B, Second Choice, Secondary Friend, Benched Until Needed

It means 'pig', it has been used by my grandma for years and is probably the best word ever. Usually said when sitting in a dining room with a slice of batenburg and a cup of coffee loaded with cream.

probably one of the best words ever...
swine can be used in any situation to degrade another person...
it basically just means theyre lower than scum plaus whatever else you want it to mean...
context plays a big part and so does the way you say it

A "swine" can be a "pig" or someone who you dislike or when they are unknowledgeable .

1. A police officer, aka pig

2.A synonym for pig, usually derisive. Often said by people who dislike/abstain from pork consumption(i.e. Muslims, Orthodox jews.)

An officer of the law. Negative connotation.