almoner

noun

Definition of almonernext
as in philanthropist

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Recent Examples of almoner Under Francis' leadership, the role of almoner has been expanded to reflect his deep commitment to charity and aiding those in need. — Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 3 Mar. 2025 The office of the almoner traditionally cares for the weak. — Gaia Pianigiani, New York Times, 10 Jan. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for almoner
  1. philanthropist
  2. benefactor
  3. donor
  4. benefactress
  5. fairy godmother
  6. patron
Noun
  • Now, in celebration of Women’s History Month, the entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist has launched, in tandem with ULTA, the Makers Mindset Workshop.
    — Larry Stansbury, Essence, 11 Mar. 2025
  • When its original 34th Street location became too small, the financier and philanthropist Spencer Trask helped the club acquire the Samuel Tilden Mansion for a new base.
    — Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of philanthropist
Noun
  • But after signing his present and future lives away, this holy fool is at the mercy of his benefactors.
    — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2025
  • In her review of The Brutalist, Los Angeles Times critic Amy Nicholson cleverly pointed out how Michelangelo ran up against his benefactors in much the same way as the film's László.
    — Randall Colburn, EW.com, 5 Mar. 2025
Definition of benefactor
Noun
  • In taking on the role of chairman, Trump ousted philanthropist David Rubenstein, who was the largest individual donor, having contributed more than $110 million. Kennedy Center Board Chair Donald Trump speaks to reporters from the Presidential Box in the Concert Hall.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Amid sharp reductions in foreign aid, support from individual and other private sector donors is needed more than ever to help ensure these programs continue reaching children in need.
    — Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of donor
Noun
  • And how much, or how little, does Belinda know about what happened to her would-be benefactress?
    — Dan Heching, CNN, 14 Feb. 2025
  • Breaking down the differences between playing the ruthless crime lord and the polished benefactress, Gasćon also noted that the role of Emilia was deceptively physical.
    — Elaina Patton, NBC News, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of benefactress
Noun
  • To receive commendation from such a fairy godmother was not just a joy but a serious professional boost, and Macdonald’s reputation soared.
    — Anthony Lane, The New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2025
  • The musical comedy features the country music singer appearing like a fairy godmother to give life lessons in song to a stricken fan.
    — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2025
Definition of fairy godmother
Noun
  • But according to countless home bakers and thousands of patrons of the Barefoot Contessa store in the Hamptons, the search can stop at Ina Garten’s Outrageous Brownies.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
  • Among them: Did Wood continue to fire his weapon after shooting Castellanos, striking one of the bar patrons?
    — Charles Rabin and, Miami Herald, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of patron

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