Definition of almshouse Almshouse

alms•house

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What does almshouse mean?

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  • almshouse (Noun)
    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.

Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘

  • almshouse (n.)
    A house appropriated for the use of the poor; a poorhouse.

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