1. a facility where animals are slaughtered for food; a slaughterhouse
Usage: formal or technical term; commonly used in food industry and regulatory contexts

Examples

• The meat processing company operates a large abattoir in the industrial district.
• Health inspectors regularly visit the abattoir to ensure sanitary conditions.
• The abattoir follows strict animal welfare regulations.
• Workers at the abattoir must complete safety training before starting their jobs.
• The new abattoir was designed to minimize environmental impact.