dependapotamus

English

Etymology

Blend 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).

Noun

dependapotamus (plural dependapotamuses)

1. (US, military, slang, derogatory) 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.

   Synonym: (clipping) dependa

Derived terms

• dependa