Freeloader

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  • noun. One who does not contribute or pay appropriately; one who gets a free ride, etc. without paying a fair share.
  • noun. An individual who gets merchandise from the back of supermarket premises that is past its sell-by date.
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  • noun. someone who takes advantage of the generosity of others
  • Word Usage
    "Coffee shops could be considered a cool office spot, but the term freeloader is flexible, depending if people are there solely for the free WiFi."
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    bludger  
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    borrower  
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