get fat

Slang term for 'getting rich' or 'making one's fortune'. Originated from the highly popular animal crossing game. To 'get fat' means to pay off the mortgage and buy out Tom Nook's entire store. Also connected to notions of the fat, overfed bourgeoise. As in Oliver! with their 'Three banquets a day!'. To be able to get fat is to be able to afford to overeat. To 'eat good'.