deadhead
Pronunciation:
/ˈdɛdhɛd/noun
Definitions
A fan of the rock band The Grateful Dead.
noun
Definitions
A person either admitted to a theatrical or musical performance without charge, or paid to attend.
An employee of a transportation company, especially a pilot, traveling as a passenger for logistical reasons, for example to return home or travel to their next assignment.
Anyone traveling for free.
A train or truck moved between cities with no passengers or freight, in order to make it available for service.
verb
Definitions
To admit to a performance without charge.
To travel as a deadhead, or non-paying passenger.
To drive an empty vehicle.
To send (a person or message) for free.