why did the people of united state naming stupid-man a turkey?

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why did the people of united state naming stupid-man a turkey?

2006-12-16 19:25:13 · 3 answers · asked by kurado25 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups

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Domestic turkeys aren't very bright.

2006-12-16 19:28:51 · answer #1 · answered by Rockvillerich 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Having known a turkey farmer, I can tell you that turkeys are considered the dumbest animal on the planet. Therefore, a person who acts stupid, or someone you want to put down RUDELY can be called "a turkey"; that is, he's stupid!

2006-12-17 03:35:02 · answer #2 · answered by John1212 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

It's just slang b/c turkeys aren't too bright.

2006-12-17 03:47:57 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋