charity
Translation
charity, non-profit organization, philanthropy, aid
Examples
She donates to a local charity every month.
She donates to a local charity every month.
They rely on the charity of strangers.
They rely on the charity of strangers.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) charity an organization that helps people in need She donates to a local charity every month.
((charity)) the act of giving money, food, or help They rely on the charity of strangers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: non-profit organization, foundation (countable); aid, donation, philanthropy (uncountable)
Etymology
From Old French 'charité', from Latin 'caritas', meaning 'affection, love'. It originally referred to Christian love of one's fellows.
Memory Tips
Think of 'charity' as sharing your 'care' for others. It can be an organization that cares, or the act of caring itself.