Pronunciation

/tɜːrkey/

Definitions

Noun

1. A large domesticated bird, scientifically known as Meleagris gallopavo, raised for its meat, feathers, and eggs.
   • Example: “The family was having a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with roasted turkey as the centerpiece.”
2. A person who is clumsy or awkward, often used humorously.
   • Example: “He’s such a turkey when he tries to dance.”

Verb

• Not a common verb in standard English; it is not typically used to describe the act of cooking or eating turkey.

Adjective

• Informal or slang term for someone who is foolish or inexperienced, especially in a particular context.
  • Example: “Don’t be such a turkey, that’s an easy question!”

Phrases

• “Roast turkey dinner” refers to a traditional meal consisting of cooked turkey.
• “Thanksgiving turkey” is a symbol of the holiday in North America.
• “Turkey day” colloquially refers to Thanksgiving Day.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “We carved the succulent turkey at the family reunion.”
• Adjective: “Don’t be such a turkey, you can solve this problem easily.”
• Not applicable to verb

Synonyms

• None for verb, but for noun (as an adjective):
  • Fool
  • Clod
  • Novice
  • Bonehead

Notes

• The verb form “turkey” is not a standard part of the language, but the term can be used informally to describe someone’s clumsiness or lack of skill in a specific context. It is not commonly used as a verb for the act of preparing or consuming turkey.