Hokie
“Hokie” is an American agricultural term referring to an emasculated
turkey. While this word originated as a
nonsense cheer by
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University students, the derogatory meaning associated with it by rival schools has gained popularity in farming circles. The
4-H Animal Awareness Workbook, among other sources, refers to a Hokie as a castrated male turkey.
External Links
- Whence Hokie - A more thorough discussion by Edgar A. Howard ('78)
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