1. narrow strips of land extending from a larger territory

1. asks for money from strangers in public places
Usage: informal

Examples

• The Oklahoma and Texas panhandles extend westward from their main territories.
• West Virginia has two panhandles that reach into neighboring states.
• He panhandles outside the subway station every morning.
• The city passed laws against panhandling in certain areas.
• She panhandles to earn money for food and shelter.
• The narrow panhandle connects the two larger sections of the state.