alms
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B2
/ɑːlmz/
charitable donation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alms' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'ælmesse,' which came from the Latin 'eleemosyna,' meaning 'pity' or 'mercy.'
Historical Evolution
'ælmesse' transformed into the Middle English word 'almes,' and eventually became the modern English word 'alms.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pity or mercy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'charitable giving.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
money or goods given to those in need as charity.
The church distributed alms to the poor every Sunday.
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Last updated: 2025/07/01 09:51