eleemosynary (Meaning)

Wordnet

eleemosynary (s)

generous in assistance to the poor

Webster

eleemosynary (a.)

Relating to charity, alms, or almsgiving; intended for the distribution of charity; as, an eleemosynary corporation.

Given in charity or alms; having the nature of alms; as, eleemosynary assistance.

Supported by charity; as, eleemosynary poor.

Webster

eleemosynary (n.)

One who subsists on charity; a dependent.

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The eleemosynary institution dedicated itself to providing aid and comfort to the less fortunate.

The eleemosynary organization sought donations to support their charitable works.

The trust's eleemosynary purpose was to provide financial assistance to needy students.

The church's eleemosynary mission was to help the poor and the sick.