Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gobbler
noun
/ˈɡɒb.lər/
Definition
A gobbler is a male turkey, especially one that is mature and has reached breeding age.
Examples
- The gobbler strutted across the field, displaying its colorful feathers.
- He was such a gobbler at the Thanksgiving dinner, finishing his plate in record time.
Meaning
In nature, a gobbler is known for its loud calls and distinctive behaviors during mating season. The term can also refer to someone who eats food quickly and greedily.
Synonyms
- Tom (specific to turkeys)
- Glutton (in the context of someone who eats quickly)
- Gobbler (informal for someone who eats eagerly)
