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Benefits

/ˈbɛn.ɪ.fɪts/ · noun

Meaning

plural of benefit.

Definitions by Sense

  1. plural of benefit
  2. public assistance; welfare.
  3. third-person singular simple present indicative of benefit

Example Sentences

Her dad had been on benefits for years so she never ever received pocket money. When she walked to school she would scour the pavements for coins.

Synonyms for benefits

Antonyms for benefits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does benefits mean?

Benefits means plural of benefit.

What is a synonym for benefits?

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What is the opposite of benefits?

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How do you use benefits in a sentence?

Her dad had been on benefits for years so she never ever received pocket money. When she walked to school she would scour the pavements for coins.

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