Freeloader
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verb
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(As a noun)
Freeloader ( noun )
A person who takes advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return.
Origin:
The word "freeloader" is a combination of the adjective "free" meaning without charge or cost and the noun "loader" meaning one that loads, the term was first recorded in the early 20th century .it refers to a person who takes advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return.
Examples:
- He was always invited to parties, but never brought anything as a contribution and was considered a freeloader.
- She always let her friends pay for her meals and was criticized for being a freeloader.
- He is a freeloader who lives off the charity of others without making any effort to support himself.
- The guests were accused of being freeloaders when they didn't offer to contribute to the cost of the meal.
- The term "freeloader" is often used to describe someone who takes advantage of public resources without paying for them.
(As a verb)
Freeloader ( verb )
A person who takes advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return.
Origin:
The word "freeloader" is a combination of the adjective "free" meaning without charge or cost and the noun "loader" meaning one that loads, the term was first recorded in the early 20th century .it refers to a person who takes advantage of the generosity of others without giving anything in return.
Examples:
- He was always invited to parties, but never brought anything as a contribution and was considered a freeloader.
- She always let her friends pay for her meals and was criticized for being a freeloader.
- He is a freeloader who lives off the charity of others without making any effort to support himself.
- The guests were accused of being freeloaders when they didn't offer to contribute to the cost of the meal.
- The term "freeloader" is often used to describe someone who takes advantage of public resources without paying for them.