Definition of "mooching" [mooching]

• Present participle of mooch. (verb)

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• "These payments are not controversial and do not fall under the rubric of 'mooching.'"
• "According to Henry Miller, who calls it "mooching," when performed without squeamishness or reservations, cadging is both exhilarating and instructive."
• "Omer...there is a big gap between "mooching" and a legit social safety net."