charity

//ˈtʃærəti//
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Noun

charitySingular
charitiesPlural
1

The voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need.

She donated money to charity to help homeless people.

2

An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need.

She volunteers at a local charity that helps homeless people.

3

Kindness and tolerance in judging others.

She showed charity in forgiving his mistakes.

4

Love of humankind, typically in a Christian context.

The church teaches charity toward all people.