vagrancy
/ˈveɪɡrənsi/
NOUN
1. The state of being a vagrant
The condition of living as a vagrant, typically involving wandering from place to place without a settled home or permanent residence.
1.1. Homelessness and unsettled living
The condition of having no permanent home or settled residence, often involving wandering or living from place to place.
Synonyms
- homelessness
- vagabondage
Examples
- The city implemented measures to address the issue of urban vagrancy and homelessness.
- In the small town, the community rallied to combat the growing problem of youth vagrancy.
- The social worker dedicated her career to understanding and alleviating the root causes of vagrancy.
- Urban planners sought innovative solutions to reduce the incidence of vagrancy in public spaces.