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phil⋅an⋅throp⋅ic

[fil-uhn-throp-ik]
–adjective
of, pertaining to, engaged in, or characterized by philanthropy; benevolent: a philanthropic foundation.
Also, phil⋅an⋅throp⋅i⋅cal.


Origin:
1780–90; philanthrop(y) + -ic


phil⋅an⋅throp⋅i⋅cal⋅ly, adverb
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phil·an·throp·ic   (fĭl'ən-thrŏp'ĭk)   
adj.  
  1. Of, relating to, or marked by philanthropy; humanitarian.

  2. Organized to provide humanitarian or charitable assistance: a philanthropic society. See Synonyms at benevolent.

phil'an·throp'i·cal·ly adv.
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