hanger on
ərˈɒn, -ˈɔn noun, plural hang·ers-on.
a person who remains in a place or attaches himself or herself to a group, another person, etc., although not wanted, especially in the hope or expectation of personal gain.
Synonyms
toady, parasite, sycophant, follower.
toady, parasite, sycophant, follower.
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| hanger-on | |
| —n , pl hangers-on | |
| a sycophantic follower or dependant, esp one hoping for personal gain | |
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