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hanger-on Definition

hanger-on (haŋər än)

noun pl. hangers-on

a follower or dependent; specif.,

  1. a person who joins another, some group, etc. although not wanted
  2. a follower who seeks personal gain; sycophant; parasite

Etymology: < hang on + -er

hanger-on Synonyms

hanger-on

n.

hanger-on Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • have: You had the hangers-on in a lot of cases you know.
  • associate: Here are the ones I found for Stirling riders and associated hangers-on.
  • become: Many of these men and even women became the hangers-on in various crusades.

Adjective modifier

  • assorted: Bowland Bar - the habitat of aspiring politicians and assorted hangers-on.
  • other: All of our relatives, friends, guests and other hangers-on have all told me how much they enjoyed your music.
  • hardcore: Moreover the data will be presented separately for the three kinds of agents: hardcore, hangers-on and bystanders.
  • various: Then the band start to play and he makes his way toward the stage, shaking hands with roadies, cameramen and various hangers-on.

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