1. a ride obtained without paying the fare or cost
Usage: usually plural or used in singular form
2. a benefit or advantage obtained without paying or contributing
Usage: informal

1. to obtain a ride without paying the fare
Usage: third person singular present tense of 'freeride'
2. to gain an advantage or benefit without contributing or paying one's share
Usage: informal; third person singular present tense of 'freeride'

Examples

• He freerides on the bus by sneaking on without a ticket.
• She freerides on her roommate's streaming service subscription.
• The company freerides on the community's infrastructure without paying taxes.
• Many students freeride on group projects without doing their part.
• He got caught trying to freeride on the train last week.
• The policy prevents people from freeriding on public services.
• She freerides on her friend's gym membership.
• Freeriders who don't contribute to the team effort are a problem.