noun
Pronunciation: CHAYNJ-jang-glur
1.a. A derogatory term for a vagrant or panhandler who solicits money in public spaces by rattling a cup or tin filled with coins to attract attention and encourage donations. Often associated with loitering or aggressive begging tactics.
1.b. A petty grifter or low-level scam artist who hustles for small amounts of money through manipulative or deceptive means, often blending into street-level schemes.
2. A pejorative label for an ineffectual political party or governing body known for its chronic inefficiency, excessive bureaucracy, and inability to deliver meaningful solutions. Characterized by dragging out simple legislative processes, wasting resources, and producing minimal or misguided results.
Pronunciation: CHAYNJ-jang-glur
1.a. A derogatory term for a vagrant or panhandler who solicits money in public spaces by rattling a cup or tin filled with coins to attract attention and encourage donations. Often associated with loitering or aggressive begging tactics.
1.b. A petty grifter or low-level scam artist who hustles for small amounts of money through manipulative or deceptive means, often blending into street-level schemes.
2. A pejorative label for an ineffectual political party or governing body known for its chronic inefficiency, excessive bureaucracy, and inability to deliver meaningful solutions. Characterized by dragging out simple legislative processes, wasting resources, and producing minimal or misguided results.
1.a-b Example:“That guy pretending to have a broken car for gas money? Total change jangler move.”
2. Example:
“That committee has become a bunch of change janglers — months of debate and still no progress on the housing crisis.”
2. Example:
“That committee has become a bunch of change janglers — months of debate and still no progress on the housing crisis.”
by Emerald City May 31, 2025