social welfare (C1)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˈsoʊʃəl ˈwɛlfɛər/
Definition
Government programs designed to provide financial and other assistance to individuals and families in need, ensuring a basic standard of living and well-being for all citizens.
Examples
The new government promised to expand social welfare programs to support low-income families.
Critics argue that excessive social welfare spending can strain a nation's economy.
Many developed countries have comprehensive social welfare systems that include unemployment benefits and public housing.
How to Use social welfare
- social welfare system (collocation)
- The entire network of government support. — "Japan has a comprehensive social welfare system for its aging population."
- social welfare provision (collocation)
- The act of providing social welfare. — "The country's social welfare provision includes free healthcare and education."
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