carpetbag

• Termo histórico que designa um nortista que se mudou para o Sul dos Estados Unidos após a Guerra Civil, muitas vezes visto como alguém que explorava a região em benefício próprio. Como adjetivo, descreve algo oportunista ou sem princípios.

A historical term referring to a Northerner who moved to the South after the American Civil War, often perceived as exploiting the region for personal gain. As an adjective, it describes something opportunistic or unscrupulous.

1. Relating to a carpetbaggerC1formalamerican

   Following the practices or characteristic of a carpetbagger, especially in a political or business context.

   Relativo a carpetbagger

   • The carpetbag politician was criticized for his opportunistic behavior.
   • His carpetbag business practices were seen as exploitative by the locals.
   • The carpetbag candidate moved to the district just before the election.

   Sinônimosexploitativeopportunisticpredatoryself-servingunscrupulous

2. Opportunistic newcomerC1formalamerican

   Presumptuously seeking success or a position in a new locality, often with little regard for local customs or interests.

   Aventureiro oportunista

   • The carpetbag entrepreneur tried to take over the local market.
   • She was labeled a carpetbag lawyer after moving to the small town.
   • His carpetbag approach to the community was met with suspicion.

   Sinônimosadventurerarrivisteexploiterinterloperopportunisticoutsiderparvenuupstart

• Bolsa ou mala de viagem feita de tecido de tapete, muito usada no século XIX. No Brasil, o termo também evoca o político que se muda para uma região com o intuito de tirar vantagem eleitoral ou financeira, sentido comum no inglês americano.

A traveling bag made of carpet fabric, widely used in the 19th century.

1. Traveling bagC1formal

   A type of bag, typically made from carpet material, that was commonly used for travel in the 19th century.

   Mala de viagem antiga

   • He packed his belongings into a worn carpetbag before the journey.
   • The antique shop sold a 19th-century carpetbag made of wool.
   • She carried a carpetbag filled with books and clothes.