Fatling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfatlɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fatling is a noun meaning A young animal (especially a calf or lamb) which has been fattened for slaughter.
Meaning
A young animal (especially a calf or lamb) which has been fattened for slaughter.
Example Sentences
Lo I have prepared my dynner, myne oxen and my fatlinges are kylled, and all thinges are redy, come unto the mariage.
The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
Word Forms
- fatlings
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fatstock, calf, fattening, bobby, feedlot, calfflesh.
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