noun

panhandler

Panhandler (noun) means one who panhandles; an urban beggar who typically stands on a street with an outstretched container in hand, begging for loose change or money.

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One who panhandles; an urban beggar who typically stands on a street with an outstretched container in hand, begging for loose change or money.

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Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Obscure. Speculative. Panhandling always seems to involve a container for receiving loose change, so perhaps the term refers to a small handled pan, or to the container as the pan and the arm(s) holding it as the handle. Alternatively, possibly from the notion that the shape of one's outstretched arm in relation to a seated or squatting beggar brings to mind the image of a panhandle.

Rhymes for panhandler

handler Sandler chandler

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"panhandler" (noun) means one who panhandles; an urban beggar who typically stands on a street with an outstretched container in hand, begging for loose change or money.