adv. , slang , informal 1. Abruptly and without medical aid to withdraw from the use of an addictive drug or from a serious drinking problem. Joe is a very brave guy; he kicked the habit cold turkey. 2. n. An instance of withdrawal from drugs, alcohol, or cigarette smoking. Joe did a cold turkey.
COLD TURKEY
Meaning of COLD TURKEY in English
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