Words & TermsPlaces and regional language
butcher
A small glass or serving of beer, traditionally about 170–200 millilitres.
In a sentence
He ordered a butcher while he waited for the train.
Where it came from
Butcher is a South Australian name for a small beer glass or measure. The reason for the name is uncertain, and the size has varied between venues and periods.
- Initial era
- 1900–1999
- Where used
- South Australia