golden calf

gol·den·calf

uncommon

noun

1.

(Old Testament) an idol made by Aaron for the Israelites to worship; destroyed by Moses; it is now used to refer to anything worshipped undeservedly

Synonyms

golden calf

Related words

Broader terms

idol

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Grammar

noun
singular	golden calf
plural	golden calves

Nearby words

golden algae golden aster golden barrel cactus golden boy golden buttons golden calla golden chain golden chinkapin golden clematis golden club

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