hanger-on
noun
hang·er-on
| \ ˈhaŋ-ər-ˌȯn
, -ˌän\
, -ˌän\
plural hangers-on
Definition of hanger-on
: one that hangs around a person, place, or institution especially for personal gain
Synonyms for hanger-on
Synonyms
bloodsucker, free rider, freeloader, leech, moocher, parasite, sponge, sponger
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hanger-on
noun
English Language Learners Definition of hanger-on
: someone who spends a lot of time around a person, place, or group in order to get something (such as fame, money, or power)
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