beggarman

noun

Meaning

A man who lives by asking others for money or food.

Examples

The beggarman sat patiently on the corner, hoping for a few coins from passersby.
In the classic rhyme, the beggarman is listed alongside characters representing different social classes.

Synonyms: beggar, panhandler, mendicant, vagrant

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beggarman

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbɛɡərmən

Definition

A man who lives by asking others for money or food.

Examples

The beggarman sat patiently on the corner, hoping for a few coins from passersby.
In the classic rhyme, the beggarman is listed alongside characters representing different social classes.
Local legends spoke of a mysterious beggarman who wandered the village roads during the winter months.

Synonyms of beggarman

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