Definition
abattoirs
noun
- A slaughterhouse; a facility where animals are killed for food.
Usage: Plural form of abattoir; Formal or technical term; Common in food industry and regulatory contexts
Examples
- The new regulations require all abattoirs to meet strict hygiene standards.
- Several abattoirs in the region were inspected for compliance with animal welfare laws.
- Modern abattoirs use advanced technology to process livestock efficiently.
- The city council approved permits for two new abattoirs outside the urban area.
- Animal rights groups have called for stricter oversight of abattoirs nationwide.