lounge lizard

lounge lizard {n. phr.}

A well-dressed male fortune hunter who sits around in bars and other public places, and attends many social events to try to pick up wealthy women through smart conversation.

Harry has the reputation of being a lounge lizard; he is looking for a rich wife.

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