Turkey Definition
turkey
noun
- large gallinaceous bird with fan-shaped tail; widely domesticated for food
- a Eurasian republic in Asia Minor and the Balkans; on the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in 1918, the Young Turks, led by Kemal Ataturk, established a republic in 1923
- a person who does something thoughtless or annoying; "some joker is blocking the driveway"
- flesh of large domesticated fowl usually roasted
- an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual; "the first experiment was a real turkey"; "the meeting was a dud as far as new business was concerned"
"Turkey" in song lyrics
See how turkey is used in real songs:
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"Eats chicken and turkey"
Dre Dog — Piece of My Mind -
"We cut your Beef Jerkey, Cold Turkey"
Baby Blue Soundcrew f/ Ghetto Concept — Too Much -
"Wrap 'em up like Christmas turkey"
Beelow f/ Ms. Peaches, Thug Addict
Words that rhyme with turkey
Usage tips for "turkey"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "turkey" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for turkey to find words that pair well.