almsgiver

[ahmz-giv-er]

alms·giv·er

[ahmz-giv-er]
noun
a person who gives alms.

Origin:
1625–35; alms + giver

alms·giv·ing, noun
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Almsgiver is always a great word to know.
So is slumgullion. Does it mean:
a fool or simpleton; ninny.
a stew of meat, vegetables, potatoes, etc.
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almsgiver

noun
a person who gives alms 
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