turkey trot
The term "turkey trot" can refer to both a historical dance and a modern Thanksgiving tradition in the United States.
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Definition
C2Historical Dance
(historical, informal)A dance from the early 20th century featuring exaggerated, bird-like movements to fast ragtime music.
Example
- The turkey trot was all the rage in the dance halls of the 1910s.
B2Sporting Event
(modern, informal)A footrace usually held around Thanksgiving Day in the United States, often for charity.
Example
- Every year, our family participates in the local turkey trot to raise money for the food bank.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "turkey trot":
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