free riding — the practice of benefiting from a collective resource or effort without contributing or paying for it
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of benefiting from a collective resource or effort without contributing or paying for it
Pronunciation (IPA): /friː ˈraɪdɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The group project failed because of too much free riding and not enough teamwork.
- My roommate is the king of free riding - he enjoys our clean apartment but never helps with chores.
- The government introduced new policies to reduce free riding in public transportation.
free riding
NOUN[/friː ˈraɪdɪŋ/]
the practice of benefiting from a collective resource or effort without contributing or paying for it
the practice of benefiting from a collective resource or effort without contributing or paying for it
Free riding while others are providing, just deciding without contributing!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Free riding originated in late 19th century English as a compound of 'free' (without cost) and 'riding' (traveling), initially referring to traveling on trains without paying. The term evolved into an economic concept describing the practice of benefiting from a shared resource or public good without contributing to its cost.
Breakdown
free (without cost or payment) + riding (traveling or using a conveyance). The compound merges the adjective 'free' with the gerund 'riding' to denote the act of using something without bearing its expense.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The group project failed because of too much free riding and not enough teamwork.”
“My roommate is the king of free riding - he enjoys our clean apartment but never helps with chores.”
“The government introduced new policies to reduce free riding in public transportation.”
“Stop free riding on our Netflix account and get your own subscription!”
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