What is another word for meathooks?
Pronunciation: [mˈiːθʊks] (IPA) 
Meathooks refer to the sharp hooks used in the meat processing industry for moving or hanging animal carcasses. There are a few synonyms for the term "meathooks," including "meat claws," "butcher's hooks," "slaughter hooks," and "meat hangers." "Meat claws" is used to describe the hand-held claws with sharp prongs that are used for shredding cooked meat. "Butcher's hooks" is a term that refers to the hooks that are attached to a rail in a meat processing plant or to a hook in a butcher's shop. "Slaughter hooks" is a more graphic term that describes the hooks used to move and hang animal carcasses during the slaughter process. "Meat hangers" is also a term used to refer to hooks for hanging meat.
