Fatlings

/ˈfætlɪŋz/ noun

Definition

Plural of fatling; multiple young animals that have been specially fattened for food.

Etymology

Simple pluralization of 'fatling,' adding the standard English plural suffix '-s' to the noun.

Kelly Says

Ancient farmers carefully managed fatlings as a form of wealth and food security—a herd of healthy fattlings meant you could host feasts and survive hard winters.

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