Alms: meaning, definitions and examples

This word is often used in religious or historical contexts to describe money or food given to the poor.

• 'The monk gave alms to the beggars
• ' 'He lived by begging for alms from the passersby
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This term is used more broadly to refer to any voluntary giving to those in need or organizations that help people. It can also mean the practice of helping others.

• 'She spends a lot of time doing charity work
• ' 'They donated a large sum to the children's charity
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This is a more formal term that refers to the act of giving money, goods, or time to a person or organization, typically without expecting anything in return.

• 'He made a generous donation to the hospital
• ' 'The library relies on donations to maintain its collection
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This word is used to describe something that is given willingly to someone without payment, typically for special occasions or as a token of appreciation.

• 'She received a beautiful gift for her birthday
• ' 'He gave her a gift as a token of his love
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