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Mooch: meaning, definitions and examples

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mooch

 

[ muหtสƒ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

begging for something

To mooch means to obtain something, often in a way that is considered dishonest or ungrateful. It often involves taking advantage of others' generosity without the intention to repay or reciprocate. People might mooch food or money from friends or family members, expecting to get something for nothing. This behavior may lead to social strain in relationships due to a perceived lack of responsibility.

Synonyms

cheat, scrounge, sponge

Examples of usage

  • He always mooches off his friends for meals.
  • I don't want to mooch around without contributing.
  • She mooched a ride from her older brother.
Context #2 | Noun

someone who begs

A mooch refers to a person who takes or borrows things excessively from others, often without the intent of returning them. This term is typically used in a derogatory manner to describe someone who relies on the kindness or resources of others. Mooches often create a sense of discomfort among their peers as their actions can be seen as exploitative.

Synonyms

freeloader, parasite, sponger

Examples of usage

  • I can't stand that mooch always asking for money.
  • She's such a mooch; I never see her offer to pay.
  • He's a notorious mooch at social events.

Translations

Translations of the word "mooch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pedinte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฒเฅเคŸเฅ‡เคฐเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Schmarotzer

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ peminta-minta

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพั…ะฐั‡

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ลผebrak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใŸใ‹ใ‚Šๅฑ‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท profiteur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ parรกsito

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sรถmรผrgen

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ฑฐ์ง€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุณูˆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parazit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ parazit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฏ„็”Ÿ่™ซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ parazit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snauรฐir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะฐั€ะฐะทะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒแƒ แƒแƒ–แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ parazit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ parรกsito

Etymology

The term 'mooch' likely originated from the American English slang in the early 20th century. Its exact etymology is uncertain, but it is believed to have roots in the Yiddish word 'muksh,' which conveys the meaning of being a nuisance or a bum. The word has evolved to encompass various forms of taking advantage of someone's generosity, without giving anything back in return. Over time, 'mooch' has become a widely recognized term in English that describes both the act of begging or scrounging and the individuals who engage in such behavior. It reflects a social phenomenon where some individuals exploit the goodwill of others, leading to a broader discussion about reciprocity and responsibility in social relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,539, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.