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/ˈbɛɡɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The action of asking earnestly or humbly for something.
His begging was a sign of his desperation.
A request for charity, typically when made on the street.
The increase in begging in the city has become a major concern.
verb
The act of asking someone earnestly or humbly for something, often in an urgent or desperate manner.
He was begging for forgiveness after his mistakes.
To ask earnestly or humbly for something.
The children were begging their parents for a puppy.
To make an earnest request for something at a loss of dignity.
She found herself begging for help on the street.
Etymology
Middle English béggen, from Old English bedda, which means to ask or to request.
Common Phrases and Expressions
begging the question:
A logical fallacy where an argument's premises assume the truth of the conclusion.
beg for mercy:
To plead earnestly for forgiveness or relief from a difficult situation.
on bended knee:
An expression indicating submission or earnest asking.
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Slang Meanings
To ask someone for something in a desperate or needy way.
Stop begging for likes on your posts; just be yourself!
To excessively seek approval or attention.
He's always begging for compliments from his friends.