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piggybacking.

The act or process by which someone piggybacks.

12 characters4 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. The act or process by which someone piggybacks. Riding on someone else's back.

    uncountable
    No piggybacking or other horseplay is allowed in the hallways.
  2. The act or process by which someone piggybacks. Transport involving vehicles arranged in an analogous way.

    uncountable
  3. The act or process by which someone piggybacks. Inappropriately gaining entry into a restricted area, past a checkpoint, by tagging along behind another person who is authorized.

    uncountable
    The security team watches who comes through the door, and they will stop anyone who is seen piggybacking behind a badgeholder.
  4. The act or process by which someone piggybacks. Joining in an activity that is initiated or led by someone else.

    uncountable
    Piggybacking on others' innovations seems to be his only plan for success.
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