welfare state
a state in which the welfare of its citizens, with regard to employment, medical care, social security, etc., is considered to be the responsibility of the government
welfare state
noun
- A social system whereby the state assumes primary responsibility for the welfare of its citizens, as in matters of health care, education, employment, and social security.
- A nation in which such a system operates.
welfare-state
Noun
(plural welfare states)
- A social system in which the state takes overall responsibility for the welfare of its citizens, providing health care, education, unemployment compensation and social security.
- A state or nation in which such a system operates.
