One of the most menial positions in an ancient feudal household was that of turnspit.
"England in the Days of Old"
William Andrews
At a decent inn here a dog is employed as turnspit.
"England in the Days of Old"
William Andrews
Mr. Jesse, a popular writer on rural subjects, was a keen observer of old-time customs and institutions, and the best account of the turnspit that has come under our notice is from his pen.
"England in the Days of Old"
William Andrews