"clout goblin" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: clout goblins [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} clout goblin (plural clout goblins)
  1. (informal, Internet slang, derogatory) Synonym of clout chaser (“a person who attempts to gain political or social power and influence, especially through association or conflict with public figures.”). Tags: Internet, derogatory, informal Synonyms: clout chaser [synonym, synonym-of]
    Sense id: en-clout_goblin-en-noun-JPMOiykm Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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