English Explanatory Dictionary

gold-collar

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or relating to skilled knowledge workers, traditionally classified as white-collar, but essential to a business.
  2. Of or relating to young, low-wage workers who invest in conspicuous luxury.

Word forms

gold-collar

Etymology

Compare blue-collar, white-collar, and see gold (“precious metal”).

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