Pinkerton syndrome English

Meaning Pinkerton syndrome meaning

What does Pinkerton syndrome mean?

Pinkerton syndrome properNoun

— (chiefly, _, Singapore, derogatory) The tendency of some Asians to regard Caucasians as superior or more desirable, especially where marriage or relationships are concerned.

Pinkerton syndrome properNoun

— (literature, Scotland) Having esteem for older Scottish literature but not the modern Scottish tongue. [from 1985.]