Panhandler
Panhandler noun - A person who lives by public begging.
Usage example: a panhandler asking for money to buy food
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Sponger and panhandler are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Sponger" instead a noun "Panhandler".
Sponger
Sponger noun - A person who is supported by or seeks support from another without making an adequate return.
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