Definitions

1. verb

to ask or plead for something, especially money, food, or help, often in a humble or desperate manner

“She begged her parents for a new bike.”

2. verb

to entreat or supplicate, as to a higher power

“He begged forgiveness from the judge.”

3. verb

to ask for something in a humble or respectful way

“Please beg your pardon, I didn’t mean to intrude.”

4. noun

an act or instance of asking or pleading for something

“She made a beg for food at the charity dinner.”

5. noun

a person who asks or pleads for something, especially money or help

“The beg on the street corner was holding a sign asking for donations.”