almsmoney
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/ˈɑːlmzˌmʌni/
charitable money
Etymology
Etymology Information
'almsmoney' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'almesse,' where 'almesse' meant 'charitable giving.'
Historical Evolution
'almesse' transformed into the modern English word 'almsmoney' through the addition of 'money' to specify the form of charity.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'charitable giving,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'money given as charity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
money given as charity to the poor.
The church distributed almsmoney to the needy every Sunday.
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