Definitions for: Sponger


[n] a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage
[n] a workman employed to collect sponges



Webster (1913) Definition: Spon"ger, n.
1. One who sponges, or uses a sponge.

2. One employed in gathering sponges.

3. Fig.: A parasitical dependent; a hanger-on.

Synonyms: leech, parasite, sponge

See Also: follower, working man, working person, workman

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