English Explanatory Dictionary

turnspit

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A person employed in turning a spit for the purpose of roasting meat.
  2. Synonym of roasting jack.
  3. A person engaged in some menial occupation.
  4. Ellipsis of turnspit dog.

Word forms

turnspit turnspits

Etymology

From turn + spit.

Synonyms

roasting jack
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