tuer le veau gras

French

Etymology

From the parable of the prodigal son in the New Testament.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /tɥe l(ə) vo ɡʁa/ ~ /tɥe l(ə) vo ɡʁɑ/
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Verb

tuer le veau gras

  1. to kill the fatted calf (to begin a festive celebration and rejoice for someone's long-awaited return)

See also

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