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:
He's always trying to mooch cigarettes off his friends.
Can I mooch a ride to the station?
2.

to wander or loiter aimlessly

Example:
He spent the afternoon mooching around the shops.
The dog was mooching around the kitchen, hoping for scraps.

Noun

a person who habitually obtains things from others without paying

Example:
He's a real mooch, always asking for money.
Don't be a mooch; pay for your own coffee.