beggarman
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Definition
Noun: A male person who lives by asking for money, food, or other necessities from others, typically in public places.
Usage
The term "beggarman" specifically denotes a man who begs. It is a straightforward compound noun. * The old beggarman sat by the cathedral steps with a cup. * In the story, the king disguised himself as a beggarman to understand the lives of his poorest subjects.
Advanced Usage
- The word can be used in historical or literary contexts to evoke a specific image of poverty.
- The Victorian novel described the plight of the beggarman in stark detail.
Variants and Related Words
- Beggar (n): The gender-neutral term for a person who begs.
- Beggarwoman (n): A woman who is a beggar.
Synonyms
- Mendicant
- Panhandler
- Tramp (in some contexts)
Related Idioms
- "Beggarman, thief": Part of a proverb ("Set a beggar on horseback, and he'll ride to the devil" or variations like "...and he'll ride a gallop") suggesting that someone suddenly elevated to wealth or status will abuse it. The phrase "beggarman, thief" contrasts the former low status with corrupt behavior.
- After winning the lottery, he spent it all in a year—beggarman, thief.
Noun
- a man who is a beggar