Hanger-on Definition

hăngər-ŏn, -ôn
hangers-on
noun
hangers-on
A person who spends time in the company of another person or of a group out of admiration or for personal gain.
American Heritage
A follower or dependent.
Webster's New World

One who hangs on, or sticks to, a person, place, or service; a dependent; one who adheres to others' society longer than he is wanted. - Oliver Goldsmith.

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Noun

Singular:
hanger-on
Plural:
hangers-on

Origin of Hanger-on

  • Agent noun of hang on.

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