Almshouse Definition

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almshouses
noun
A poorhouse.
American Heritage
A home for people too poor to support themselves; poorhouse.
Webster's New World
A home for the poor that is maintained by private charity.
American Heritage
A privately endowed home for the disabled or aged poor.
Webster's New World

A building of residence for the poor, sick or elderly of a parish. Originally founded by the Church. Usually a charity relying on donations for funding.

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Singular:
almshouse
Plural:
almshouses

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