fatted calf

== English == === Etymology === From the parable of the prodigal son in the New Testament. === Pronunciation === === Verb === kill the fatted calf (third-person singular simple present kills the fatted calf, present participle killing the fatted calf, simple past and past participle killed the fatted calf) (idiomatic) To begin a festive celebration and rejoice for someone's long-awaited return. ==== Translations ====