Definition

The condition or practice of begging for money or food.

Example

The city has programs to help those affected by mendicancy.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how mendicancy affects our society?

Yeah, it’s really sad to see people in that situation.

I wonder what we can do to help those affected by mendicancy.

Maybe we could volunteer at a local shelter or food bank.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mendicancy → It is formed from "mendicus" (meaning beggar) and the suffix "-ancy" (indicating a state or condition). The word "mendicancy" refers to the state or condition of being a beggar or living by begging.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'beggar' ('mendicus') and the state of being one ('-ancy') — that's why mendicancy means the condition of begging.

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