Associations to the word «Mooch»

Wiktionary

MOOCH, verb. (British) To wander around aimlessly, often causing irritation to others.
MOOCH, verb. To beg, cadge, or sponge; to exploit or take advantage of others for personal gain.
MOOCH, verb. (British) To steal or filch.
MOOCH, noun. One who mooches; a moocher.

Dictionary definition

MOOCH, noun. Someone who mooches or cadges (tries to get something free).
MOOCH, verb. Ask for and get free; be a parasite.

Wise words

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