Meaning of the word beggar in English
What does beggar mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
beggar
US /ˈbeɡ.ɚ/
UK /ˈbeɡ.ɚ/
Noun
1.
a person, typically a homeless one, who lives by asking for money or food
Example:
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The old beggar sat by the roadside, asking for alms.
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He gave some change to the beggar.
Verb
1.
reduce (someone) to poverty
Example:
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The war had beggared the entire nation.
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His extravagant lifestyle will soon beggar him.
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