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Meaning of beggarly

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

beggarly

adjective

Definitions

  1. In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible.

    Example: beggarly fellow

  2. Fit for a beggar; occasioned by begging.

    Example: beggarly rags

  3. (by extension) inadequate or meagre.

adverb

Definitions

  1. In an indigent, mean, or despicable manner; in the manner of a beggar.