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turkey

[ˈtɜːrki]

turkey Definition

  • 1a large bird native to North America, typically having brownish plumage and a bare, wattled head and neck. It is widely farmed for its meat.
  • 2a failure or unsuccessful person or thing.

Using turkey: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "turkey" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    We had turkey for Thanksgiving dinner.

  • Example

    He's a real turkey when it comes to playing basketball.

  • Example

    The movie was a real turkey at the box office.

  • Example

    I'm afraid this project is turning into a bit of a turkey.

turkey Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for turkey

Antonyms for turkey

Phrases with turkey

  • talk turkey

    to discuss something honestly and directly, especially in business matters

    Example

    Let's talk turkey about the budget for next year.

  • the abrupt and complete cessation of taking a drug to which one is addicted

    Example

    He quit smoking cold turkey and hasn't had a cigarette since.

  • used to describe a situation where people are acting against their own interests

    Example

    If they vote for that candidate, they'll be like turkeys voting for Christmas.

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Summary: turkey in Brief

The term 'turkey' [ˈtɜːrki] refers to a large bird native to North America, often farmed for its meat. It also means a failure or unsuccessful person or thing, as in 'The movie was a real turkey at the box office.' 'Turkey' extends into phrases like 'talk turkey,' meaning to discuss something honestly, and 'cold turkey,' referring to the abrupt cessation of drug use.

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