dependapotamus
English edit
Etymology edit
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 edit
dependapotamus (plural dependapotamuses)
- (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