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sponger

/ˈspɒŋər/ noun · British & US
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What does sponger mean?

noun

A person who habitually lives off others, especially by taking advantage of their hospitality or generosity.

Example

"He was known as a sponger because he would often stay at friends' houses for weeks without contributing anything."

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