Gold-collar

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or relating to skilled knowledge workers, traditionally classified as white-collar, but essential to a business. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Of or relating to young, low-wage workers who invest in conspicuous luxury. not-comparable

Etymology

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

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