abattoir

noun (an abattoir, abattoirs)

«abattoir» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

An abattoir is a building where animals such as cows, pigs and sheep are killed for meat. Another word is slaughterhouse. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life and food lessons it explains where meat comes from. It is used in news about farming, food safety and animal welfare. Phrases: sent to the abattoir, abattoir worker.

Examples

The cattle were taken to the abattoir. tree →
Abattoirs must follow strict rules about hygiene. tree →
Many people become vegetarian after learning about abattoirs. tree →
Vets check animals at the abattoir. tree →
The local abattoir closed down. tree →
Animal welfare laws say animals must not suffer in abattoirs. tree →

Note

Countable: an abattoir (an before a vowel sound). Said AB-a-twar; from French. Spelling: one b, double t. Similar: slaughterhouse.

On Mova

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