n. 1 a parasite; 2 someone who persistently and annoyingly follows along
The hanger on followed the star athlete in hopes of being considered his friend.
The hanger on followed the star athlete in hopes of being considered his friend.
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parasite; tagalong;follower; sycophant
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3 syllables
hang-er-on
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