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goldbug

/ˈɡoʊldbʌɡ/ noun · British & US
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What does goldbug mean?

noun

A goldbug is a colloquialism for a person who is enthusiastic about gold or gold coins, or a person who is obsessed with the idea of finding gold. It can also refer to a type of beetle that has a shiny gold-colored body.

Example

"The goldbug collector spent years searching for the rare beetle in the forest."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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