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• noun (Context 1)
A large, heavy game bird (Meleagris gallopavo) native to North American forests, characterized by dark iridescent plumage, a bare wattled head, and a distinctive gobbling call, known for being the agile and capable-of-flight ancestor to the domestic turkey.
Usage Example
"While hiking through the Appalachian woods at dawn, we startled a flock of wild turkeys foraging for acorns in the underbrush."
Strong
gobbler
turkey
• noun (Context 2)
The meat of the undomesticated turkey, which is hunted as game and is typically leaner and more strongly flavored than commercially raised turkey meat.
Usage Example
"The family gathered for a traditional autumn feast featuring roasted poultry and root vegetables."
Weak
poultry
game
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