Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turkey
noun
/ˈtɜrki/
Definition
A large bird native to North America, known for its distinctive fan-shaped tail and wattled neck.
Examples
- We cooked a delicious turkey for our family dinner.
- The wild turkey is known for its impressive courtship display.
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.
Synonyms
- gobbler
- Tom
- hen
