Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
butchers-boy
Noun
/ˈbʊtʃərz bɔɪ/
Definition
A young boy employed in a butcher’s shop, typically responsible for assisting with various tasks.
Examples
- The butcher’s boy carried the fresh cuts of meat to the display.
- In the small town, every butcher’s boy learned the trade from a young age.
- After school, he would hurry to the shop to help as the butcher’s boy.
Meaning
The term refers to a young apprentice or helper who works in a butcher’s establishment, helping with meat preparation and customer service.
Synonyms
- Apprentice
- Helper
- Assistant
