almoner
/ˈæl.mə.nɚ/
noun
- 1
One who distributes alms, especially the doles and alms of religious houses, almshouses
- 2
One who dispenses alms for another, as the almoner of a prince, bishop
- 3
A title given to a royal officer charged with the duty of distributing alms or bounty on behalf of a monarch
- 4
A hospital official responsible for patient welfare and after-care.
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