Made of money

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phrase

To have a lot of money.

I can't buy a new car, do you think I'm made of money?
Visual representation of "made of money" - To have a lot of money

Often appears as...

  • act like you're made of money
  • think someone is made of money

Usage tips

Informal, Disapproving

Colloquial, Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Meaning

The phrase 'made of money' is used metaphorically to suggest someone is very rich, not that they are literally composed of cash.

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He dresses so fancy, you'd think he was made of money!
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Humorous Tone

The expression is often used humorously to emphasize the unrealistic expectation of one's wealth.

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A private island for my birthday? Sure, because I'm made of money!
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Sarcasm

It can be used sarcastically to suggest that someone is not as wealthy as another person assumes.

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Oh yes, I'll buy everyone lunch, because I'm clearly made of money.
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