noun
turps
Turps (noun) means Turpentine, or something used in its place.
noun
1
Turpentine, or something used in its place.
2
Any drink containing alcohol.
"She caught my eye, and called out, “Just showing off the studio. Keep the turps flowing.”"
— Alex Bartoli, Rachel: A Story of Obsessive Love : A Novel (2010)
"Crazy sessions on the turps were all part of the culture."
— Gregor Paul, Hard Men Fight Back: Kiwi Sportsmen Who Beat the Odds to Live Their Dream (2006)
"Generally, big nights on the turps take place in The Rocks and around Kings Cross — where you'll hear and smell the action pretty quickly."
— Paul Smitz, Australia & New Zealand on a Shoestring (2005)
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Etymology
A clipping of turpentine, with -s added as a diminutive suffix.
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What is the meaning of turps?
"turps" (noun) means turpentine, or something used in its place.
What is another word for turps?
Other words for "turps" include turpentine.
What are the different meanings of turps?
"turps" has 2 main meanings: 1. Turpentine, or something used in its place; 2. Any drink containing alcohol.
