Definition of "cold turkey" in inglés

Noun

1. A sudden and complete withdrawal from a dependent substance, especially a drug.

2. The physiological effects of such a withdrawal.

3. Something exposed as a target due to surmountable defense.

Adverb

1. Not gradually; all at once; referring especially to quitting a habit by force of will rather than by a gradual reduction.

   • It is difficult, but possible to quit smoking cold turkey.

Verb

1. To undergo sudden and complete withdrawal from a dependent substance, especially a drug.