🇮🇳Hindi Source WordCode: HI

भिखारी

Pronunciation / Transliteration: bhikhari

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Panhandler/ˈpænˌhændlər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇮🇳 Example Sentence in Hindi:

"सड़क के कोने पर भिखारी ने मदद मांगते हुए एक बोर्ड पकड़ा हुआ था।"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person who asks for money or food in public places, typically by holding out a container.

    "The panhandler on the corner of the street held a sign asking for help."
  2. 2

    A person who solicits donations or assistance, often in a persistent manner.

    "Despite his efforts, the panhandler received little sympathy from passersby."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'panhandler' originated in the United States in the early 20th century, combining 'pan', referring to a shallow container often used for begging, and 'handler', indicating someone who manages or operates something. The word reflects the practice of begging for money or food by holding out a pan or similar receptacle.

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