Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

want-a-handout

noun

/ˈwɒn.tə ˈhæn.daʊt/

Definition

A person who seeks financial assistance or support without earning it; someone who relies on others for their needs.

Examples

After losing his job, he became a want-a-handout, asking friends for money.
Some people believe that society has too many want-a-handouts who never try to work for what they need.

Meaning

The term ‘want-a-handout’ is often used to describe individuals who are perceived as expecting help or support without putting in effort to achieve their goals independently.