humane society
humane society
noun
(often initial capital letter) an organization devoted to promoting humane ideals, especially with reference to the treatment of animals.
Origin:
1770–80
1770–80
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| humane society | |
| —n | |
| an organization for promotion of humane ideals, esp in dealing with animals | |
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