prodigal son

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Etymology

With reference to Luke 15:11–32.

Noun

prodigal son (plural prodigal sons)

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

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