Panhandler — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun

Meaning & Definition of Panhandler

Panhandler (verb)

  1. to stop people on the street and ask for food or money, beg
  2. to accost on the street and beg from
  3. to get by panhandling

Panhandler (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a person who lives by public begging

    "a panhandler asking for money to buy food"

    similar: beggar, mendicant
    related: bohemian, bum, clochard, drifter, hobo, tramp, vagabond, vagrant, guttersnipe, urchin, waif, miserable, pauper, bludger (chiefly Australian & New Zealand), cadger, hanger-on, leech, moocher, parasite, schnorrer, sponge, sponger, dependent, deadbeat, derelict, idler, ne'er-do-well

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Panhandler

The most common words with a similar meaning to Panhandler:

beggar, mendicant

Related Words for Panhandler

bohemian, bum, clochard, drifter, hobo, tramp, vagabond, vagrant, guttersnipe, urchin, waif, miserable, pauper, bludger, cadger, hanger-on, leech, moocher, parasite, schnorrer, sponge, sponger, dependent, deadbeat, derelict, idler, ne'er-do-well

Word Forms of Panhandler

Inflections: panhandled, panhandling

Derived words: panhandler (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Panhandler

back-formation from panhandler, probably from panhandle, noun; from the extended forearm

First known use: 1890t

Frequently Asked Questions about Panhandler

What does "Panhandler" mean?

"Panhandler" means to stop people on the street and ask for food or money, beg. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to stop people on the street and ask for food or money, beg.

What is another word for "Panhandler"?

Other words for "Panhandler" include beggar and mendicant. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Panhandler" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Panhandler"?

There are 29 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Panhandler". Common alternatives include beggar and mendicant.

How do you use "Panhandler" in a sentence?

Examples of "Panhandler" in a sentence: "a panhandler asking for money to buy food".

Is "Panhandler" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Panhandler" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

What is the origin of the word "Panhandler"?

"Panhandler" comes from back-formation from panhandler, probably from panhandle, noun; from the extended forearm. First known use: 1890t.

What is another word for "Panhandler" meaning "a person who lives by public begging"?

When "Panhandler" (noun) means a person who lives by public begging, synonyms include beggar and mendicant.

What words are related to "Panhandler"?

Words related to "Panhandler" include bohemian, bum, clochard, drifter, hobo, tramp, vagabond and vagrant.