Hangers on In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Hangers on", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-09-20 01:09

Meaning of Hangers on (redirected from hanger-on )

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.

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Origin of Hanger-on

This noun dates from 1540s.

The Origin Cited: Internet .
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