Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mumper
noun
ˈmʌm.pər
Definition
A person who begs or solicits money or food, often in a casual or unrefined manner.
Examples
- During her walk in the city, she noticed a mumper asking for help outside a café.
- The mumper was well-known in the neighborhood for his charming stories.
- Children were taught to be kind to the mumper they often saw at the park.
Meaning
Mumper typically refers to someone who requests alms from others, especially in a street context.
Synonyms
- beggar
- panhandler
- solicitor
- mooch
