Associations to the word «Carpetbag»

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Wiktionary

CARPETBAG, adjective. Having the characteristics of carpetbaggers

CARPETBAG, noun. A traveling bag made from scraps of carpet and used primarily in the United States in the 19th century.

CARPETBAG, verb. To come to a place or organisation with which one has no previous connection with the sole or primary aim of personal gain, especially political or financial gain.

Dictionary definition

CARPETBAG, noun. Traveling bag made of carpet; widely used in 19th century.

CARPETBAG, adjective. Following the practices or characteristic of carpetbaggers; "carpetbag adventurers"; "a carpetbag government".

CARPETBAG, adjective. Presumptuously seeking success or a position in a new locality; "a carpetbag stranger"; "a capetbag politician".

Wise words

Watch your thoughts, they become your words. Watch your words, they become your actions. Watch your actions, they become your habits. Watch your habits, they become your character. Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.