English Explanatory Dictionary

freeload

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To exploit the generosity of others without giving anything in return.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɹiːloʊd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-freeload.wav

Word forms

freeload freeloads freeloading freeloaded

Etymology

Back-formation from freeloader.

Related words

free freeloader load deadbeat feed on free ride

Derived words

contrafreeload contrafreeloader contrafreeloading freeloading
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