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    Boucherie (en. Butcher's shop)

    /bu.ʃə.ʁi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A business where meat is sold, primarily livestock.
    I am going to the butcher to buy beef ribs.
    Je vais à la boucherie acheter des côtes de bœuf.
    The place and activity of preparing meat.
    The butcher shop in this neighborhood is known for its quality.
    La boucherie de ce quartier est réputée pour sa qualité.
    A specialized shop in selling processed meats.
    This butcher shop also offers homemade sausages.
    Cette boucherie propose également des saucisses maison.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'bocherie', derived from 'boche' which means butcher.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to go to the butcher's
    Visiting a butcher to buy meat.
    aller à la boucherie
    fine butcher shop
    A butcher shop that offers high-quality products.
    boucherie fine
    artisanal butcher shop
    A butcher shop that makes its products on-site.
    boucherie artisanale

    Related Words

    butcher
    Person who practices the profession of selling meat.
    boucher
    meat
    Food product derived from animals, primarily consumed by humans.
    viande
    sausage
    Preparation made from minced meat, often in a casing.
    saucisse

    Slang Meanings

    To take hits or be brutally attacked.
    He took a good beating in that fight.
    Il a reçu une bonne boucherie dans cette bagarre.
    A disastrous situation or a failure.
    This business was a real disaster.
    Cette affaire a été une vraie boucherie.