gold digger

• Expression argotique péjorative désignant une personne, généralement une femme, qui s'engage dans une relation amoureuse principalement pour un gain financier ou des biens matériels, plutôt que par affection sincère.

A derogatory slang term for a person, typically a woman, who forms romantic relationships primarily for financial gain or material benefits rather than genuine affection.

1. Person seeking moneyB2informal

   A person, typically a woman, who forms relationships with others primarily for financial gain rather than genuine affection.

   chercheuse d'or

   • He accused her of being a gold digger after she asked for an expensive gift.
   • The movie portrays a gold digger who marries a wealthy old man.
   • She's not a gold digger; she truly loves him despite his modest income.

2. Literal minerB1formal

   A person who mines for gold, especially in historical contexts.

   chercheur d'or

   • During the Gold Rush, many gold diggers traveled to California.
   • The old gold digger spent years searching for a rich vein.
   • Gold diggers used simple tools like pans and picks.