cupboard love

Noun

Affection or love shown only when food or other benefits are provided.

ریشه

The term 'cupboard love' is a figurative expression that originated from the idea of someone showing love or affection only when food is involved. It refers to a superficial or conditional form of love.

مثال

• The cat's affection for its owner was merely cupboard love.
• He realized that her affection was just cupboard love.
• Some people mistake cupboard love for genuine affection.