prodigal son

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Someone who returns home from travelling or exile or who is welcomed back after disgrace, especially having repented of former extravagant or immoral behavior.
  2. A marine fish, the cobia (Rachycentron canadum).

Pronunciation

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Word forms

prodigal son prodigal sons

Etymology

With reference to Luke 15:11–32.

Related words

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