The killing of animals for food. noun
The slaughter of cattle is a common practice in the meat industry.
The farm specializes in the humane slaughter of livestock.
The violent killing of a large number of people. noun
The battle resulted in the slaughter of thousands of soldiers.
The massacre was described as a brutal slaughter.
To kill animals for food. verb
The farmers slaughter the pigs every autumn.
They slaughtered the chickens for the feast.
To kill a large number of people in a violent and cruel way. verb
The invading army slaughtered the villagers mercilessly.
The dictator ordered his troops to slaughter the rebels.
To defeat someone easily and completely in a competition or contest. verb
The home team slaughtered their opponents in the final match.
They slaughtered the competition with their superior skills.