Free rider

Noun

Definitionen

1.NounOne who gets a free ride on a ship, or similar; one who rides on a means of transportation gratis.

2.NounSomeone who obtains goods or services legally without paying.

"The store failed because all of the manager's friends were free riders who drove paying customers away."

3.NounOne who obtains benefit from a public good without paying for it directly.

"A lighthouse is the classic example of a public good because it is difficult to prevent a ship (a free rider) from using it."

4.NounA worker at an open shop who is able to enjoy the benefits negotiated by a union without being a member of the union.

The Daily Word NerdA new word, a puzzle, and a fun fact — free in your inbox every morning.

Free forever · unsubscribe anytime · all 14 newsletters

That email did not go through — please check it and try again.