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turnspit

The correct spelling is turnspit.

How to pronounce turnspit

noun

Say it like: Tur-nsp-it

The correct spelling is turnspit. An apparatus for turning the spit on which meat is roasted.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.An apparatus for turning the spit on which meat is roasted.
  2. 2.A person employed in turning a spit for the purpose of roasting meat.
  3. 3.(by extension) A person engaged in some menial occupation.
  4. 4.A short-legged, long-bodied dog, now extinct, bred to run on a wheel to turn a spit.

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