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2021-09-20 01:09
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?
A humorous way of saying that what one has said is just what they acknowledge and may not be entirely accurate
Mike: Have you returned from your vacation on the beach? Your skin seems to get tanned.
Jenny: My skin is always dark. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!
