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    Lazzaroni (en. Lazzaroni)

    /laz.a.ʁo.ni/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    An individual who is part of a community of beggars or vagabonds, particularly in Naples.
    The lazzaroni of Naples were often perceived as aimless dreamers.
    Les lazzaroni de Naples étaient souvent perçus comme des rêveurs sans but.
    A person lacking ambition, often dependent on charity.
    He does not want to become a lazzaroni; he aspires to a better life.
    Il ne veut pas devenir lazzaroni, il aspire à une vie meilleure.
    A historical term designating the poor living on the streets.
    In the 18th century, the lazzaroni were a visible part of Neapolitan society.
    Au XVIIIe siècle, les lazzaroni formaient une partie visible de la société napolitaine.

    Etymology

    The word 'lazzaroni' comes from Italian and refers to a reference to Lazarus, the beggar of the Bible.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to live like a lazzaroni
    To lead a life of idleness without worries.
    vivre comme un lazzaroni

    Related Words

    begging
    Condition of living from charity or alms.
    mendicité
    homelessness
    A person who has no housing.
    sans-abri
    vagrancy
    State of wandering from one place to another without a fixed residence.
    vagrancy

    Slang Meanings

    To act like a lazzaroni
    He likes to act like a lazzaroni, but he does nothing with his life.
    Il aime se la jouer lazzaroni, mais il ne fait rien de sa vie.
    To be a lazzaroni
    He spends his time hanging around doing nothing; he is a true lazzaroni.
    Il passe son temps à traîner sans rien faire, c'est un vrai lazzaroni.