Entity: VAMPIRE-SQUID
The term 'vampire squid' refers to a large private or public organization that is seen as a major drain on society through subtle or invisible actions.
Vampire-Squid
Etymology
The term 'vampire squid' is derived from the Latin word 'vampyrus' meaning vampire and the Ancient Greek word 'teuthís' meaning squid.
Definition
Vampire squid is a metaphorical term used to describe a large private or public organization that is considered a major drain on society through malicious but subtle or invisible actions.
Historical Context
The first specimens of the vampire squid were collected on the Valdivia Expedition and were originally described as an octopus in 1903. It is the only known surviving member of the order Vampyromorphida.
Cultural Significance
The term 'vampire squid' has gained popularity in describing corporations or financial institutions that are perceived to exploit or harm society through deceptive or harmful practices. It is often used in a derogatory manner.
Related Concepts
The vampire squid is often associated with the financial institution Goldman Sachs, which has been nicknamed the 'vampire squid' in a derogatory slang term.
See Also
A metaphorical term used to describe an entity, typically a corporation or financial institution, that is perceived to exploit or harm society through deceptive or harmful practices.