English dictionary

deadhead

/'d/E/d,h/E/d/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a nonenterprising person who is not paying his way

noun.person

Examples
The deadheads on the payroll should be eased out as fast as possible.

Source: WordNet 3.0
a train or bus or taxi traveling empty

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
One who receives free tickets for theaters, public conveyances, etc.

noun

Source: webster1913