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barnacle 

n: a person or group of people who will support the claims/do the biddings of their 'hull' (leader) whether or not he/she is right or his/her requests are reasonable.

Often seen in card game communities or the MMORPG arena. (I.E. Magic the Gathering or W.o.W.)
Ex. 1:

Fred the Hull: Hey barnacle - go get me a soda and then give me all of your rares!

Branden the Barnacle: Sure thing, Fred! You want my card sleeves too?

Ex. 2:

Fred the Hull: Hey, Branden - I need some water essences. Want to farm them for me?

Branden the Barnacle: Sure thing!

Fred the Hull: God, I love having barnacles.
barnacle by teh0memak3r October 18, 2006

barnacle 

gray, scaly, nasty-ass psoriosis scabs
"Young Motor" Crumb has some barnacles on his ashy-ass elbows. Just playing JS; don't beat me up.
barnacle by Sampson Simpson February 11, 2004

barnacle 

The act of expressing so much affection in public that people believe you and your significant other are permanently attached. Most common among teen couples, but also found in mid-life couples pre and post recommitment ceremony.
... they are so barnacled that the go to the bathroom tgether ....
barnacle by Melwa December 6, 2006

Barnacle 

an unsightly tabernacle lacking architectural appeal, and in fact just as suitable to house pigs and horses as religious zealots
We said our vows and he kissed me in the barnacle.
Barnacle by fup duck July 22, 2011

Barnacle 

Someone who "locks down" to a machine, vehicle, door, pipe, window etc., usually for political reasons. A barnacle attaches itself and is difficult to remove. This term is especially used by groups of professional activists.
"Who are the barnacles for this operation?"
"Let's go with John and Jane. They're eager, and have no priors."
"Great, I'll start prepping the lock boxes."
Barnacle by 65hsml3t November 20, 2014

Barnacle 

A straight guy that hangs out with a gay guy in order to hook up with a straight girl
Straight guy: Hey man, do you have any straight girlfriends?
Gay guy:. Don't be such a barnacle!
Barnacle by HeidiAnton July 28, 2015