deadheader

Meaning

1. noun One who removes the dead remains of blossoms from plants.
2. noun A non-paying passenger.
3. noun A scheduled trip to move a vehicle that has no cargo and no passengers.
4. noun One who does not work very hard at their job.
5. noun A racing pigeon that will not leave when released.

Similar words

deadnamer embalmer defoliator exhumator deadhead disembarker beheader bearer dehairer diener