ELEEMOSYNARY

a. n.

4 definitions — Webster’s Dictionary (1828)


1.
a.

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

2.
a.

Given in charity or alms; having the nature of alms; as, eleemosynary assistance. "Eleemosynary cures." Boyle.

3.
a.

Supported by charity; as, eleemosynary poor.

4.
n.

One who subsists on charity; a dependent. South.