Terd vs. Turd — What's the Difference?
Edited by Tayyaba Rehman — By Fiza Rafique — Published on October 12, 2023
"Terd" is an incorrect spelling. The correct form is "Turd," which typically refers to excrement or a piece of feces.
Which is correct: Terd or Turd
How to spell Turd?
Terd
Incorrect Spelling
Turd
Correct Spelling
Difference Between Terd and Turd
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Key Differences
Recall that "bird" has "ir," and "turd" has "ur."
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Visualize the word "turd" in association with its meaning.
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Think of "turd" as "turned" without the "n" and "e."
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Associate the "ur" in "turd" with "urgent" to remember it's an "urgent" need to get the spelling right.
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Remember, "ur" like in "burn" or "turn."
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Definitions
Turd
A small piece or chunk of something.
A turd of coal was found in the yard.
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Turd
Used informally to refer to something of poor quality.
The movie was a complete turd.
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Turd
A piece of solid animal or human feces.
Ugh, there are turds in the toilet that haven’t been flushed away.
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FAQs
Why is it called Turd?
Its origin is from Old English "turd," referring to excrement.
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Which conjunction is used with Turd?
No specific conjunction is tied to "turd."
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What is a stressed syllable in Turd?
The entire word "turd" is stressed as it's a one-syllable word.
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Is the Turd term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but it can be used metaphorically.
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Is the word “Turd” a Direct object or an Indirect object?
It can be a direct object, depending on the sentence.
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What is the opposite of Turd?
Not applicable, as it refers to a specific object.
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How is Turd used in a sentence?
"The garden was clean except for a single turd left by a passing animal."
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Author Spotlight
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Fiza RafiqueFiza Rafique is a skilled content editor at AskDifference.com, where she meticulously refines and enhances written pieces. Drawing from her vast editorial expertise, Fiza ensures clarity, accuracy, and precision in every article. Passionate about language, she continually seeks to elevate the quality of content for readers worldwide.
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Tayyaba RehmanTayyaba Rehman is a distinguished writer, currently serving as a primary contributor to askdifference.com. As a researcher in semantics and etymology, Tayyaba's passion for the complexity of languages and their distinctions has found a perfect home on the platform. Tayyaba delves into the intricacies of language, distinguishing between commonly confused words and phrases, thereby providing clarity for readers worldwide.
