abattoir
3 synonyms for abattoir, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A place where animals are killed for food; a slaughterhouse.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From French abattoir, from abattre ("to slaughter" or "knock down") — the same root that gives English "abate".
Full origin of abattoir →Frequently asked questions
What does “abattoir” mean?
The word “abattoir” means a place where animals are killed for food; a slaughterhouse. In plain terms, a slaughterhouse — a facility where livestock is killed and processed for meat.
How do you pronounce “abattoir”?
“Abattoir” is pronounced AB-uh-twah (/ˈæb.əˌtwɑɹ/ in IPA).
How do you use “abattoir” in a sentence?
Here is “abattoir” used in a sentence: “The truck delivered the cattle to the abattoir early in the morning.”
What part of speech is “abattoir”?
“Abattoir” is a noun.
Where does the word “abattoir” come from?
The word “abattoir” comes from French. From French abattoir, from abattre ("to slaughter" or "knock down") — the same root that gives English "abate".
How many meanings does “abattoir” have?
“Abattoir” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a place where animals are killed for food; a slaughterhouse.
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