breadhead

See also: bread-head

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

From bread +‎ head.

Pronunciation

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Noun

breadhead (plural breadheads)

  1. (slang, dated) One who is attracted to money; a greedy capitalist.
    • 2008, Richard Wilson, Can't Be Arsed: 101 Things Not to Do Before You Die, page 89:
      It's perfect for hippies to listen to with the lights off, plus the words are about, uh, y'know, generals and politicians and breadheads and stuff.
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