hanger-on

noun

hang·er-on | \ ˈhaŋ-ər-ˌȯn,

-ˌän\

plural hangers-on

Definition of hanger-on

: one that hangs around a person, place, or institution especially for personal gain

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The first known use of hanger-on was in 1542

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hanger-on

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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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