Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
meat-market
noun
/ˈmiːt ˌmɑːrkɪt/
Definition
A place where meat is sold, often referring to a market or shop specializing in fresh meat products.
Examples
- The local meat-market has a wide selection of organic products.
- In the dating scene, some people refer to the nightlife as a meat-market.
Meaning
The term ‘meat-market’ can also denote a competitive environment, especially in contexts like dating or business, where individuals are judged solely on their external attributes.
Synonyms
- butcher shop
- meat shop
- carnivorous market
