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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

mendicants

/mɛnˈdɪkəntz/ noun · British & US
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What does mendicants mean?

noun

People who beg for food or money, especially monks or friars who follow a rule of poverty.

Example

"The mendicants of the city were a common sight, often seen standing outside shops and restaurants."

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