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Beg Definition & Meaning

beg
verb
  1. call upon in supplication; entreat; "I beg you to stop!"
  2. make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently; "Henry IV solicited the Pope for a divorce"; "My neighbor keeps soliciting money for different charities"
  3. ask to obtain free; "beg money and food"
  4. dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted; "beg the question"; "beg the point in the discussion"

"Beg" in song lyrics

See how beg is used in real songs:

  • "So please don't make a brother beg"
    69 Boyz — Kitty Kitty
  • "It's 69, not TLC, and I Ain't 2 Proud 2 Beg!"
    69 Boyz — Puddin Tame *
  • "Please don't me plead, and please don't make me beg"
    AMG — Yo Momma Told Me...

Usage tips for "beg"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "beg" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for beg to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does beg mean?
call upon in supplication; entreat; "I beg you to stop!" make a solicitation or entreaty for something; request urgently or persistently; "Henry IV solicited the Pope for a divorce"; "My neighbor keeps soliciting money for different charities" ask to obtain free; "beg money and food" dodge, avoid answering, or take for granted; "beg the question"; "beg the point in the discussion"
What part of speech is beg?
Beg is a verb.
How many definitions does beg have?
Beg has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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