Meaning of the word mooch in English
What does mooch mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mooch
US /muːtʃ/
UK /muːtʃ/
Verb
1.
to obtain or get (something) from others without paying for it or by asking for it repeatedly
Example:
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He's always trying to mooch cigarettes off his friends.
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Can I mooch a ride to the station?
2.
to wander or loiter aimlessly
Example:
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He spent the afternoon mooching around the shops.
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The dog was mooching around the kitchen, hoping for scraps.
Noun
a person who habitually obtains things from others without paying
Example:
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He's a real mooch, always asking for money.
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Don't be a mooch; pay for your own coffee.