CHARITY

Definition:

1. [noun] a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)
   
   
2. [noun] a kindly and lenient attitude toward people
   Synonyms: brotherly love
   
   
3. [noun] an activity or gift that benefits the public at large
   
   
4. [noun] pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers
   Synonyms: Jacob's ladder, Greek valerian, Polemonium caeruleum, Polemonium van-bruntiae, Polymonium caeruleum van-bruntiae
   
   
5. [noun] an institution set up to provide help to the needy
   
   

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Related Words:

• philanthropic foundation
• private foundation
• public charity
• alms, alms-giving, almsgiving
• handout
• zakat
• community chest
• soup kitchen

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