Answer: spongers

AnswerCrossword Clue
SPONGERSParasites.
SPONGERSHabitual freeloaders
SPONGERSFreeloaders
SPONGERSParasites
spongersA person who applies paint to pottery using a sponge
spongersA person who lives at others' expense
spongersSPONGER, one who sponges (to wipe with absorbent material)