Meaning of the word vagrant in English

What does vagrant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

vagrant

US /ˈveɪ.ɡrənt/
UK /ˈveɪ.ɡrənt/

Noun

a person without a settled home or regular employment who wanders from place to place and lives by begging

Example:
The city council discussed ways to help the growing number of vagrants.
He was arrested for being a vagrant.

Adjective

relating to or living as a vagrant; wandering

Example:
He led a vagrant life, moving from town to town.
The old man had a vagrant look in his eyes.