Mooched: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'mooch' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in American slang. It may have roots in the Yiddish word 'mukhn', meaning 'to steal' or 'to take'. Over time, 'mooch' evolved to describe the act of soliciting or taking something from someone else without giving anything in return. The addition of the suffix 'ed' in the past tense form ‘mooched’ indicates that the action has already taken place. It is frequently used in casual conversation to depict someone who is unreasonably reliant on others, especially in terms of finances or gifts. The term captures a very specific aspect of social behavior that reflects on individual characters and their relationships within a community.

At position #41,916, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.

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