English Explanatory Dictionary

golden calf

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A golden image of a calf, made by Aaron and worshipped by the Israelites.
  2. Money as an end in itself; Mammon.
  3. Any object of unworthy worship.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

golden calf golden calves
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