CEFR B1

alms

noun

Meaning

Money or food given to poor or needy people.

Examples

The church collected alms for the homeless.
She dedicated her life to distributing alms to the less fortunate.

Synonyms: aid, charity, relief, donation

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alms (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɑːmz/

Definition

Money or food given to poor or needy people.

Examples

The church collected alms for the homeless.
She dedicated her life to distributing alms to the less fortunate.
He refused to accept alms, preferring to earn his own living.

How to Use alms

alms for the poor (collocation): Money or goods given to people who are poor. — "The temple was known for providing alms for the poor in the community."

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