Cadge
Verb
Definition: To ask for or obtain (something) by begging or imposing on someone's generosity.
Synonyms: Beg, Mooch, Scrounge
Antonyms: Give, Donate, Offer
- He always tries to cadge a few dollars from his friends.
- Imagine a beggar with a cage, symbolizing their act of begging.
Etymology:
The word "cadge" originated in the 17th century, and its etymology is uncertain. It is thought to have derived from the Romani (Gypsy) word "cadger" or "cagger," meaning a peddler or a traveling trader. Over time, the term started being associated with begging or scrounging.
Historical Usage:The word has been used to describe the act of begging or obtaining something from others through imposition or persuasion.
Related Idioms:
"Cadge a ride"
Explanation:To solicit or obtain a free ride or transportation without paying.
Misconceptions:
Confusing "cadge" with "cage" or "cadge" with "cadet."
Explanation:"Cadge" is a distinct word that refers to the act of begging or obtaining by imposition, not to cages or cadets.