Synonyms for

Butchery

Verb / ˈbʊtʃɜ:i: / Another word for butchery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Butchery is the act of killing and cutting up animals for meat.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The butchery is where the cows are killed and turned into meat.
  2. My dad works at a butchery and brings home fresh meat every week.
  3. The smell from the butchery was enough to make me gag.
  4. The butchery was a dangerous place to work due to the sharp knives and heavy machinery.
  5. She was disgusted by the thought of the butchery process.

Quotes

  • The difference between a slaughterhouse and a butchery is that in a butchery, you kill with tenderness. - Francis Bacon
  • Making love is like hitting a baseball. You just gotta relax and concentrate. Besides, I'd never sleep with a butcher... not unless he made at least $250,000 a year. - Amanda Plummer
  • I think of a hero as someone who understands the degree of responsibility that comes with his freedom. - Bob Dylan

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