turps
noun
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Pronunciation: /tɝps/ / /tɜːps/
noun
Etymology: Clipping of turpentine + -s (diminutive suffix).
- Turpentine or turpentine substitute.
- Any alcoholic drink.
“Generally, big nights on the turps take place in The Rocks and around Kings Cross — where you'll hear and smell the action pretty quickly.”
“Crazy sessions on the turps were all part of the culture.”