"dependapotamus" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: dependapotamuses [plural]
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). Etymology templates: {{blend|en|dependent|hippopotamus}} Blend of dependent + hippopotamus Head templates: {{en-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. Tags: US, derogatory, slang Categories (topical): Military Synonyms: dependa Derived forms: dependa
    Sense id: en-dependapotamus-en-noun-CSzz9X5r Categories (other): American English, English blends, English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, military, politics, war

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