Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

clochard

Noun

/kloʊˈʃɑːr/

Definition

A person who is homeless or a vagrant, often living on the streets.

Examples

The local charity organized a meal for the clochards living in the park.
Despite being a clochard, he always had a friendly smile for passersby.
The novel follows the story of a clochard who dreams of finding a place to call home.

Meaning

The term ‘clochard’ is derived from French, describing an individual who lacks a permanent home and may often be found in public spaces seeking assistance.