Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turkey
noun
/ˈtɜrki/
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Definition
A large bird native to North America, known for its distinctive fan-shaped tail and wattled neck.
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Examples
- We cooked a delicious turkey for our family dinner.
- The wild turkey is known for its impressive courtship display.
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Meaning
The term ‘turkey’ can refer to both the bird itself and the traditional dish prepared from it, commonly eaten during Thanksgiving in the United States.
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Synonyms
- gobbler
- Tom
- hen