almoner
/ˈæl.mə.nɚ/ · noun
Meaning
- One who distributes alms, especially the doles and alms of religious houses, almshouses
- One who dispenses alms for another, as the almoner of a prince, bishop
- A title given to a royal officer charged with the duty of distributing alms or bounty on behalf of a monarch
- A hospital official responsible for patient welfare and after-care.
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