society > trade and finance > management of money > income, revenue, or profit > getting or making money > [adjective] > profit-motivated > looking for ample return (4)
Looking for ample return or increase; causing cost without return. rare.
slang (originally U.S.). on the make: intent on profit or advancement; (also) intent on winning someone's affections; seeking sexual pleasure…
Avaricious, mean; money-grubbing.