Freeload
(verb)
- To take advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return.
- To take advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return, often by living off of their resources or by taking advantage of their hospitality.
Origin:
Free + load.
Examples:
- He was always freeloading off of his friends.
- The freeloader was always looking for a free meal.
- The freeloader never offered to contribute.
- He was accused of freeloading.
- The freeloader was a drain on resources.