butchery
8 synonyms for butchery, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Extremely violent and cruel killing.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French boucherie, related to butcher.
Full origin of butchery →Frequently asked questions
What does “butchery” mean?
The word “butchery” means extremely violent and cruel killing. In plain terms, brutal, bloody killing, or (chiefly British) a shop that sells meat.
How do you pronounce “butchery”?
“Butchery” is pronounced BUUT-shuh-ree (/ˈbʊt͡ʃəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “butchery” in a sentence?
Here is “butchery” used in a sentence: “The war reports described scenes of appalling butchery.”
What part of speech is “butchery”?
“Butchery” is a noun.
Where does the word “butchery” come from?
The word “butchery” comes from Old French. From Old French boucherie, related to butcher.
How many meanings does “butchery” have?
“Butchery” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: extremely violent and cruel killing.
