Cadge

/kædʒ/
verb

To ask for or to get by begging.

He's always trying to cadge cigarettes from me.
Visual representation of "cadge" - To ask for or to get by begging.

Often appears as...

  • cadge off
  • cadge a lift

Usage tips

Disapproving

verb

To ask for or to get by begging.

He's always trying to cadge cigarettes from me.
Visual representation of "cadge" - To ask for or to get by begging.

Often appears as...

  • cadge off
  • cadge a lift

Usage tips

Disapproving

Definition 1 of 1
Visual representation of "cadge"
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Informal Usage

Used in casual settings among friends or acquaintances, not in formal situations.

Illustration for Informal Usage
Mind if I cadge a pen off you for the quiz?
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Negative Connotation

May imply the action is somewhat improper or taking advantage of someone's generosity.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
She doesn't buy lunch; she just cadges food from her coworkers.
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Often Unplanned

Suggests a spontaneous or unexpected request, rather than a prearranged agreement.

Illustration for Often Unplanned
Can I cadge a ride with you since my car broke down?
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Informal Usage

Used in casual settings among friends or acquaintances, not in formal situations.

Illustration for Informal Usage
Mind if I cadge a pen off you for the quiz?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Negative Connotation

May imply the action is somewhat improper or taking advantage of someone's generosity.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
She doesn't buy lunch; she just cadges food from her coworkers.
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Often Unplanned

Suggests a spontaneous or unexpected request, rather than a prearranged agreement.

Illustration for Often Unplanned
Can I cadge a ride with you since my car broke down?
LampPro Tip 1/3

Informal Usage

Used in casual settings among friends or acquaintances, not in formal situations.

Illustration for Informal Usage
Mind if I cadge a pen off you for the quiz?
LampPro Tip 2/3

Negative Connotation

May imply the action is somewhat improper or taking advantage of someone's generosity.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
She doesn't buy lunch; she just cadges food from her coworkers.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Often Unplanned

Suggests a spontaneous or unexpected request, rather than a prearranged agreement.

Illustration for Often Unplanned
Can I cadge a ride with you since my car broke down?
Visual representation of the word "Cadge"

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