dependapotamus
dependapotamus · dependapotamuses
A servicemember's partner who behaves in a parasitic manner, especially by taking…A servicemember's partner (especially a SAHM) who behaves in a parasitic manner, especially by taking advantage of their partner's status to demand beneficial treatment.
Meaning
1 senses(US, derogatory, slang)A servicemember's partner (especially a SAHM) who behaves in a parasitic manner, especially by taking advantage of their partner's status to demand beneficial treatment.
Origin
Blend of dependent + hippopotamus or similar, the second element being a reference to sterBlend of dependent + hippopotamus or similar, the second element being a reference to stereotypical obesity (and the popular misconception that hippos are largely made of fat).
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Forms
plural: dependapotamuses| Singular | dependapotamus |
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Synonyms
1 synonymsdependa