turco

Turco-

a combining form representing Turkish, or Turkic, in compound words.
Also, Turko-.
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Turco (ˈtɜːkəʊ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl -cos
(formerly) an Algerian serving in the light infantry of the French army
 
[C19: via French from Italian: a Turk]

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Turco is always a great word to know.
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a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
Turco- or Turko-
 
combining form
indicating Turkey or Turkish: Turco-Greek
 
Turko- or Turko-
 
combining form

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