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What is another word for roaching?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈə͡ʊt͡ʃɪŋ] (IPA)

There are several synonyms for the word "roaching" that can be used depending on the context. One common synonym is "freeloading" which means taking advantage of someone else's generosity without contributing anything in return. Other synonyms include "sponging" and "leeching" which both refer to someone who lives off others without paying their fair share. In a different context, "roaching" can also refer to hiding or avoiding work, in which case synonyms like "slacking" and "shirking" can be used. It's important to use the appropriate synonym depending on the situation to convey the intended meaning accurately.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Roaching

The Black family could spot a Confederate veteran as far off as the front gate, and would rush wildly to meet him, rubbing and roaching and purring in and out of his old legs.
"A Woman Named Smith"
Marie Conway Oemler
He stopped roaching his Hair, and he didn't give the Arena of Politics any serious Consideration except when the Tariff on Steel was in Danger.
"More Fables"
George Ade
"Say, Jim," he began, when he ran that individual to earth in the stable, where, with a pair of sheep shears, he was roaching the mane of a shaggy old cow pony to please Buddy, who wanted to make him look like a circus horse, even if there was no hope of his ever acting like one.
"The Uphill Climb"
B. M. Bower

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