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1. ( usu. in refer, to a smaller person embracing a taller, stronger etc one) to wrap one's arms around s.o. 's neck in an embrace and continue to embrace him for some time (expressing affection, joy etc)

X висит у Y-a на шее - X hangs (up)on Y's neck

X повис на шее у Y-a = X threw his arms around Y (around Y's neck)

2. disapprov to burden s.o. by being dependent on him for care, monetary support etc: X висит у Y-a на шее — X is a (heavy) burden to (on) Y