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butcher

1 of 2noun
/ˈbʊ.ʧər/
Forms:butchers
1

someone who cuts up and sells meat as a job

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  • The butcher carefully trimmed the beef to remove excess fat.
  • He apprenticed under a skilled butcher to learn the art of meat preparation.
  • She asked the butcher for advice on how to cook the perfect steak.
  • The butcher sharpened his knives daily to ensure precision and efficiency.
  • The local butcher sources his meat from nearby farms, ensuring freshness and quality.
Synonyms:
slaughterer
2

a retailer of meat

Synonyms:
meatman
3

a brutal indiscriminate murderer

4

someone who makes mistakes because of incompetence

Synonyms:
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