sponger
|spon/ger|
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/ˈspʌndʒər/
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/ˈspʌndʒə/
exploiting generosity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sponger' originates from the English word 'sponge', which comes from the Latin word 'spongia', meaning 'sponge'.
Historical Evolution
'spongia' transformed into the Old French word 'esponge', and eventually became the modern English word 'sponge'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the sea creature, but over time it evolved to describe someone who absorbs resources from others.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who lives at the expense of others, often by exploiting their generosity.
He was known as a sponger, always borrowing money and never paying it back.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42