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Hanger-on noun
Someone who hangs around with a famous, rich or important person or group of people in order to get personal advantage from them.
Despite being a magnet for hangers-on and overzealous admirers, John's still a poised and polite young man.
Mary's such a hanger-on. When I was poor, she avoided me, but now I'm rich, she is always following me.
Used to refer to a person who flatters people who are powerful
This noun dates from 1540s.
Do you see anything wrong?
The inexplicable or concealed place or state indicates the afterlife.
I'm very sorry for your dad. He's beyond the veil.
