Cadger: meaning, definitions and examples
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cadger
[ หkรฆdสษr ]
beggar, scrounger
A cadger is a person who begs or scrounges for food or money, often using trickery or deceit. They are known for relying on the generosity of others rather than earning their own way. This term can also apply to those who habitually take advantage of friends or acquaintances, often without offering anything in return. Cadgers may frequent public places, seeking out anyone who might be willing to help.
Synonyms
beggar, freeloader, moocher, scrounger, sponger.
Examples of usage
- The streets were filled with cadgers asking for spare change.
- He became known as a cadger after repeatedly asking friends for money.
- The cadger sat on the corner, hoping for a handout.
Translations
Translations of the word "cadger" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pedinte
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเคฟเคเคพเคฐเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Bettler
๐ฎ๐ฉ pengemis
๐บ๐ฆ ะถะตะฑัะฐะบ
๐ต๐ฑ biedak
๐ฏ๐ต ไน้ฃ
๐ซ๐ท mendiant
๐ช๐ธ mendigo
๐น๐ท dilenci
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ฑฐ์ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุชุณูู
๐จ๐ฟ ลพebrรกk
๐ธ๐ฐ ลพobrรกk
๐จ๐ณ ไนไธ
๐ธ๐ฎ proลกnja
๐ฎ๐ธ fรกtรฆkur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตะดะตะน
๐ฌ๐ช แแจแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dilenci
๐ฒ๐ฝ mendigo
Etymology
The term 'cadger' has its origins in Scots, originally referring to a basket used to carry things. This word evolved in the 19th century to describe someone who carries things, especially someone who might be seen as carrying themselves along by taking from others. The Scots dialect influenced the word's evolution as it entered common usage. It's often associated with a certain level of negative connotation, implying that the person is lazy or untrustworthy, relying on others rather than being self-sufficient. Over time, 'cadger' became synonymous with the idea of taking advantage of people's generosity, leading to its modern meaning.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #41,592, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.
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