hanger-on

[US]/[ˈhæŋəɒn]/
[UK]/[ˈhæŋər ɒn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A person who attaches themselves to someone important or successful, often without being particularly useful or contributing anything.; A person who stays around in a place or situation, often without a clear purpose.

Phrases & Collocations

hanger-ons

being a hanger-on

hanger-on status

avoid hanger-ons

hanger-on role

was a hanger-on

hanger-on mentality

like a hanger-on

become hanger-ons

Example Sentences

he was always a hanger-on, tagging along with the popular kids.

the politician had several hanger-ons who benefited from his influence.

i don't want to be a hanger-on; i want to make my own way.

she felt like a hanger-on at the party, not really knowing anyone.

he's just a hanger-on, using her connections for his own gain.

the group included several hangers-on who weren't core members.

avoid becoming a hanger-on; build your own network of contacts.

he was a classic hanger-on, always flattering the boss.

she distanced herself from the hangers-on who were causing trouble.

the hangers-on quickly disappeared after the project ended.

he pretended to be interested but was just a hanger-on for the free food.

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