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butcher
What does butcher mean?
A rider who is hard on their equipment and is always snapping, bending, or destroying bike parts. It refers to how roughly they treat the bike rather than their skill.
"He's such a butcher, that's the third rim he's cracked this month."
Origin
BMX slang for someone who wrecks their gear.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'butcher' mean in BMX?
A rider who is hard on their equipment and is always snapping, bending, or destroying bike parts.
Does 'butcher' refer to a rider's skill?
No. It refers to how roughly they treat the bike, not how good they are at riding.
How do you use 'butcher' in a sentence?
For example: 'He's such a butcher, that's the third rim he's cracked this month.'
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