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Webster 1913 Edition

(-ŏnˊ)

Noun.

;

pl.

Hangers-on

(-ẽrz-ŏnˊ)

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.

Goldsmith.

Noun.

One who besets another importunately in soliciting favors.

A dependant; one who eats and drinks without payment.