mendicancy

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Noun : 1. The practice of begging for money or food, especially as a means of livelihood. This refers to the act of asking strangers for charitable donations, typically in public places. 2. The condition of being a beggar; the state of living by begging. This describes the overall status or situation of a person who depends on alms. Examples The city introduced new ordinances to regu...