How to Pronounce Turnspit

To pronounce "turnspit", say TURNSP-it — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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8

Letters

TURNSP-it

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💡 Tip for remembering “turnspit”

"turnspit" has 2 syllables: turnsp-it.

What does turnspit mean?

noun

  1. An apparatus for turning the spit on which meat is roasted.

noun

  1. A person employed in turning a spit for the purpose of roasting meat.
  2. (by extension) A person engaged in some menial occupation.

noun

  1. A short-legged, long-bodied dog, now extinct, bred to run on a wheel to turn a spit.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "turnspit"?▾

"Turnspit" has 2 syllables: turnsp · it.

What does "turnspit" mean?▾

Turnspit: An apparatus for turning the spit on which meat is roasted.

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