Mendicancy

Pronunciation: /ˈmɛndɪkənsi/

Definitions of mendicancy

noun the condition of being a beggar; the practice of begging for a living

Example Sentences

A1 Mendicancy is the act of begging for money or food.

A2 In some countries, mendicancy is illegal and beggars can be fined.

B1 The city implemented new policies to address the issue of mendicancy on the streets.

B2 Organizations work to provide support and resources to individuals trapped in a cycle of mendicancy.

C1 The documentary shed light on the complexities of mendicancy and poverty in urban areas.

C2 Scholars debate the effectiveness of governmental strategies in reducing mendicancy and homelessness.

Examples of mendicancy in a Sentence

formal The government implemented policies to address the issue of mendicancy in the city.

informal Mendicancy has become a common sight on the streets lately.

slang I can't believe the amount of mendicancy going on in this area.

figurative Her constant requests for help bordered on emotional mendicancy.

Grammatical Forms of mendicancy

• past tense: mended
• plural: mendicancies
• comparative: more mendicant
• superlative: most mendicant
• present tense: mendicates
• future tense: will mendicate
• perfect tense: have mended
• continuous tense: are mendicating
• singular: mendicancy
• positive degree: mendicant
• infinitive: to mendicate
• gerund: mendicating
• participle: mendicant

Origin and Evolution of mendicancy

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'mendicancy' originated from the Latin word 'mendicans' which means begging.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'mendicancy' has evolved to refer to the practice of begging or being a beggar, often associated with religious orders or individuals who rely on charity for sustenance.