noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The practice of paid speaking before commercial interests, viewed as a potential source of conflict of interest. derogatory, uncountable
2. 2
   The practice of investigative journalists earning more money from repetitive public speaking than newspapers. uncountable

Etymology

From buck (“dollar”) + raking (“hauling in with a rake”). Inspired by muckraking.

Related phrases

conflict of interest

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