almsgiving

/ˈɑlmsgɪviŋ/
/ˈɔlmsgɪviŋ/
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Other forms: almsgivings

Definitions of almsgiving
  1. noun
    making voluntary contributions to aid the poor
    synonyms: alms-giving
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    type of:
    gift, giving
    the act of giving
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