święta krowa
//ˈɕfjɛn.ta ˈkrɔ.va//
Polishnoun
Definitions
- 1.sacred cow (cow which is treated with sincere respect)
- 2.derogatorysacred cow (something which cannot be tampered with, or criticized, for fear of public outcry)
Etymology
Literally, “sacred cow”, due to the fact that cows are considered sacred in India.