almsgiver

English

Etymology

From Middle English almesȝevere, from Old English ælmesġyfa, ælmesġifa (“almsgiver”), equivalent to alms +‎ giver.

Noun

almsgiver (plural almsgivers)

  1. A giver of alms.
    Synonym: almoner
  2. A small scale philanthropist or benefactor who consistently gives small amounts to those desperately in need.

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