Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

beg-for-money

Phrase
/bɛɡ fɔr ˈmʌni/
Definition
To ask someone earnestly or humbly for money, often due to need or hardship.
Examples
  • After losing his job, he had no choice but to beg-for-money on the streets.
  • She felt embarrassed to beg-for-money, but her rent was due and she had no other options.
  • The charity event aimed to help those who were forced to beg-for-money due to economic hardships.
Meaning
The term ‘beg-for-money’ typically implies a desperate situation where an individual seeks financial assistance from others, usually in a public space or through direct communication.
Synonyms
  • Solicit donations
  • Request funds
  • Panhandle
  • Ask for help