goldbug

or gold bug

[ gohld-buhg ]

noun

1. Informal. a person, especially an economist or politician, who supports the gold standard.
2. Informal. a person who believes in buying gold bullion as a personal investment.
3. gold beetle.

Word History and Origins

Origin of goldbug¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

You spread abroad the message—well, the message that Sir Joseph Goldbug, your proprietor, instructs you to spread abroad.

From Project Gutenberg

You teach mankind the lessons that Sir Joseph Goldbug wishes them to learn.

From Project Gutenberg