Butchering Meaning in English
word · lemma: butcher
Definition
The act of killing and cutting up animals for meat. It can also mean doing something very badly or ruining something.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or technical when referring to preparing meat; informal or critical when used metaphorically ('butchering a song' = performing badly). Not used for routine cooking, but for skilled or rough meat processing. Can also express strong disapproval of poor work.
Example Sentences
The butchering of cows is done in a special facility.
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He is learning the skill of butchering at the market.
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Butchering animals requires proper tools and training.
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He completely messed up the recipe—he was butchering it!
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The critics said the director’s new film was a butchering of the classic story.
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I tried cutting my own hair and ended up seriously butchering it.
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