turkish

/ˈtɜrkɪʃ/
adjective
  1. Relating to Turkey, its people, or its language.
    • She loves Turkish music, especially the sound of the ney flute.
    • The Turkish flag features a crescent moon and a star.
    • Turkish coffee is known for its strong flavor and thick texture.
noun
  1. The official language of Turkey, spoken by about 80 million people.
    • Many words in Turkish come from Arabic and Persian.
    • He is learning Turkish so he can read Ottoman poetry in the original.
    • Turkish uses the Latin alphabet with some special characters.
  2. A person from Turkey (usually used in plural: Turks).
    • Many Turkish live in Germany as part of a large diaspora.
    • My neighbor is a Turkish who moved here last year.
    • The Turkish have a long tradition of hospitality.
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