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almsgiver

/ˈɑːmzˌɡɪv.ər/
alms · giv · er
Plural:almsgivers
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• noun

1

A person who distributes money, food, or other material donations to poor and needy people.

Example

"Throughout the harsh winter, the generous almsgiver provided warm meals and clothing to the local shelter."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English as a compound of 'alms' (from Old English 'ælmesse', ultimately from Ancient Greek 'eleēmosynē' meaning pity or mercy) and 'giver'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Almsgiver. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/almsgiver
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