turnspit Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a roasting spit that can be turned
WordNet
Turn"spit` noun
Definitions
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One who turns a spit; hence, a person engaged in some menial office. His lordship is his majesty's turnspit. Burke.
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(Zoöl.) A small breed of dogs having a long body and short crooked legs. These dogs were formerly much used for turning a spit on which meat was roasting.
