Almshouse
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Almshouse is a noun meaning A building of residence for the poor, sick or elderly of a parish. Originally founded by the Church, and usually funded by charitable donations.
Meaning
A building of residence for the poor, sick or elderly of a parish. Originally founded by the Church, and usually funded by charitable donations.
Word Forms
- almshouses
- alms-house
Synonyms for almshouse
Depending on context, synonyms include poorhouse.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include armshouse, hospital, almonry, bedehouse, hospitate, poorhouse.
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