Thanksgiving Crossword Puzzles: Free Printable and Online

Celebrate the holiday with our Thanksgiving crossword puzzles. Enjoy festive brain-teasers about food, history, and gratitude for the whole family.

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Thanksgiving

Hard · 15×15 · 21 words
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  1. 3. Gourd that sounds like a racquet sport
  2. 5. The multi-day process required for a frozen bird's readiness
  3. 9. People of the first light who hosted the initial feast
  4. 10. Metal stand that keeps the heat off the mahogany
  5. 13. Description of the utensil used to pierce the turkey
  6. 15. The geometric conclusion to a circular meal
  7. 16. Deep vessel used for the presentation of the gravy or soup
  8. 18. Giant inflatable characters hovering over Manhattan
  9. 20. Traditional breed of bird that costs more than the grocery store staple
  10. 21. What the canned pumpkin arrives in before the pie

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  1. 1. Cereal grain that makes its way into the rolls
  2. 2. Salty bath for a bird to prevent a dry disaster
  3. 4. The state of being beyond full but before the regret
  4. 6. Bog-dwelling spheres that provide a tart contrast
  5. 7. The skeletal structure of the dressing
  6. 8. The amino acid falsely accused of causing the post-meal coma
  7. 11. Suffering vegetable medley often associated with a cartoon cat's lisp
  8. 12. Pigment responsible for the yam's vibrant interior
  9. 14. Autumnal reaping that precedes the gathering
  10. 17. Confounding corn that sounds like a labyrinth
  11. 19. The inevitable consequence of a large meal and a dull football game

Thanksgiving

Medium · 11×11 · 11 words
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  1. 1. The Native American tribe present at the first feast
  2. 5. Starchy tubers often confused with sweet potatoes
  3. 8. An inherited pattern of collective belief or behavior
  4. 10. Large balloons floating through Manhattan on Thursday morning
  5. 11. The edible heart or gizzard often used in gravy

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  1. 2. Round orange squash that frequently ends the meal
  2. 3. A thickened sauce poured over poultry and potatoes
  3. 4. The core sentiment of the late November holiday
  4. 6. The pigskin sport that dominates the afternoon television
  5. 7. The process or period of gathering in crops
  6. 9. A baked crust containing apple, pecan, or custard

Thanksgiving

Easy · 7×7 · 7 words
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  1. 1. To consume the festive meal
  2. 5. A large orange squash used for making pie
  3. 6. A sweet orange root vegetable similar to a potato
  4. 7. A salted meat often served as an alternative to poultry

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  1. 2. The large bird traditionally served as the main course
  2. 3. A yellow vegetable often served on the cob
  3. 4. A generic name for vegetables like gourds and pumpkins
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Thanksgiving Crossword FAQ

Is this Thanksgiving crossword puzzle free?

Yes. Every Thanksgiving crossword on this page is free. You can print it, download it as a PDF, or play it online without paying anything or creating an account.

Can I print the Thanksgiving crossword?

Yes. Click Print on any puzzle for a print-ready page with the grid, the clues, and a name and date line, or use Download to save it as a PDF, PNG, or JPEG for photocopying. The PDF download includes a filled answer key on the last page for grading.

Can students play these crosswords online?

Yes. Every puzzle has a Play online link that opens in the browser on any device. No app install and no signup is needed to play, which makes it easy to share with a class.

Can I make my own Thanksgiving crossword?

Yes. The free Grid Genius crossword maker builds a puzzle from your own words and clues, with a printable grid and answer key. The Grid Genius app can also generate a complete crossword from any topic you type.

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