Goldilocks

usgb/ˈɡəʊldɪlɑːks/
noun

The main character in a fairy tale (Goldilocks and The Three Bears) who is known for her golden hair.

Goldilocks ate the bears' porridge and slept in their beds.
Visual representation of "goldilocks" - The main character in a fairy tale (Goldilocks and The Three Bears) who is known for her golden hair

Often appears as...

  • goldilocks and the three bears
  • goldilocks taste test

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Story Variant

There are versions where Goldilocks is an old woman.

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In some stories, the old woman, not Goldilocks, enters the bears' home.
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Cultural Symbol

Goldilocks represents innocence or naivety in various contexts.

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He referred to the new intern as Goldilocks, emphasizing her inexperience.
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Literary Metaphor

Her character can symbolize someone making uninvited choices.

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Taking the boss's chair, he's quite the Goldilocks of the office.
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