What's the difference between mummer and mumper?

Mummer


Definition:

  • (n.) One who mumms, or makes diversion in disguise; a masker; a buffon.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) He managed to stay for five years, founded The Mummers, the first university drama group to admit women, and edited Granta.

Mumper


Definition:

  • (n.) A beggar; a begging impostor.

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