Eleemosynary

Part of speech: noun (n.)

One who subsists on charity; a dependent. South.

Part of speech: adjective (a.)

1. Relating to charity, alms, or almsgiving; intended for the distribution of charity; as, an eleemosynary corporation.

2. Given in charity or alms; having the nature of alms; as, eleemosynary assistance. "Eleemosynary cures." Boyle.

3. Supported by charity; as, eleemosynary poor.