mendicancy

Meanings

• Noun

  A state or practice of begging for alms or assistance.

  - "The mendicant monks begged for alms from the villagers."
  - "Despite his mendicancy, he refused to accept charity."

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Rhymes

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pendancy , dependancy , suspensancy

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Variants

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mendicancies , mendicancy

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'mendicare' which means 'to beg'.

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Trivia

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1. Mendicant monks were an important part of medieval European society and played a significant role in the spread of Christianity.

2. In some cultures, begging is seen as a sign of shame or desperation, while in others it is a respected tradition and a way of life.

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Related Concepts

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1. Alms: A charitable gift or donation, typically in the form of money or food, given to a person in need.

2. Begging: The act of asking for money, food, or other assistance from others, usually in a public place.

3. Charity: The act of giving money, goods, or services to help those in need.

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Culture

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Mendicancy has been a significant part of various cultures and religions throughout history. In some religious traditions, mendicants are monks or friars who live by begging and rely on the alms of the faithful. This practice is seen as a form of spiritual discipline and a way of detaching oneself from material possessions.

How to Memorize "mendicancy"

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   - Imagine a person holding out a cup or a bowl and asking for alms. Visualize the act of begging and the interaction between the beggar and the person giving alms.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Mendicant Monks Make Me Money' to remember the meaning of the word.

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