Meaning of the word drumstick in English

What does drumstick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

drumstick

US /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

UK /ˈdrʌm.stɪk/

the lower part of the leg of a cooked fowl, especially a chicken, turkey, or duck

Example:

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He enjoyed eating a juicy chicken drumstick.

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The Thanksgiving turkey had two large drumsticks.

Synonym:

leg thigh

a stick used for beating a drum

Example:

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The drummer held his drumsticks ready to play.

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He accidentally dropped a drumstick during the performance.

Synonym:

drumstick drumstick