goldilocks

/ˈɡoʊdɪˌlɒks/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, typically a child, who breaks into and occupies the home of another, especially by sleeping in their bed.

“My little sister is like Goldilocks, always sneaking into her friends’ houses when they’re not home.”

2. proper noun

The title character in a traditional English fairy tale, who breaks into a bear’s house and samples the porridge and beds of the bear’s family.

“The story of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is a classic tale about a curious and mischievous child.”

Synonyms

  • intruder
  • trespasser

Antonyms

  • guest
  • invitee