ALMSGIVER

almsgiver

(noun) a person who gives alms

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

almsgiver (plural almsgivers)

A giver of alms.

A small scale philanthropist or benefactor who consistently gives small amounts to those desperately in need.

Source: Wiktionary


Alms"giv`er, n.

Definition: A giver of alms.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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