1. the work or business of killing animals and preparing their meat for sale
2. the act of killing or slaughtering brutally
3. the act of ruining or spoiling something badly
Usage: informal

1. present participle of butcher: killing animals for meat
2. present participle of butcher: ruining or spoiling something badly
Usage: informal

Examples

• The butchering of cattle requires special equipment and training.
• He learned the art of butchering from his grandfather.
• The butchering of innocent civilians shocked the world.
• Her butchering of the piano piece made everyone cringe.
• They are butchering the animals early in the morning.
• The director is butchering the classic play with unnecessary changes.
• The butchering process must follow strict health regulations.