charity

Definition

  • noun: the act of giving money, food, or other kinds of help to people who are poor, sick, etc.
  • noun: benevolent goodwill toward or love of humanity
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: love, beneficence, affection

Examples

  • a 'charity' concert/dinner/event [=a concert/dinner/event held to raise money for a charity]

  • She runs a local 'charity' that gives books to children.

  • The holidays are a time for 'charity' and good will.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I don't have a job, but I would have a job if you gave me one. And I may not have much... ...but I have more determination than any man you're likely to meet. I'm sorry, kid. I don't do charity. Come on, big boy. Wait. Look, I'll work night and day for you... ...and you won't have to pay me. (..)
    2003 Big Fish