What Does “young Turk” mean?
Definition:
The phrase young Turk refers to a young person who is progressive, rebellious, and difficult to control in an organization, political party, team, etc.
The origin of the idiom
The idioms can be traced back to a revolutionary group in Turkey during the early 20th century. The phrase spread and has been used for various politicians, businessmen, and others who attempt to bring about a radical change in an organization.
Example(s)
Alan was a young Turk who could not be tamed.
He was a young Turk, a militant who was fighting for radical reform.
This idiom is in the nationalities category.
