vagrancy
What is another word for vagrancy? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The state or condition of living as a vagrant, without a settled home or regular income.
We haven't recorded synonyms for vagrancy yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use vagrancy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
vagrancy laws
charged with vagrancy
Mostly used in legal or formal contexts, e.g., "vagrancy laws."
Etymology
From "vagrant" plus the noun-forming suffix "-cy."
Full origin of vagrancy →Frequently asked questions
What does “vagrancy” mean?
The word “vagrancy” means the state or condition of living as a vagrant, without a settled home or regular income. In plain terms, the legal or social condition of being homeless and wandering, often used in an official or legal context.
How do you pronounce “vagrancy”?
“Vagrancy” is pronounced VAYG-ruhn-sih (/ˈveɪɡɹənsɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “vagrancy” in a sentence?
Here is “vagrancy” used in a sentence: “He was arrested for vagrancy after sleeping in the train station for weeks.”
What part of speech is “vagrancy”?
“Vagrancy” is a noun.
