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Definition of Eleemosynary
Eleemosynary

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

Given in charity or alms; having the nature of alms; as, eleemosynary assistance.

Supported by charity; as, eleemosynary poor.

One who subsists on charity; a dependent.

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