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philanthropy

Syllabification: (phi·lan·thro·py)
Pronunciation: /fəˈlanTHrəpē/
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Definition of philanthropy

noun

  • the desire to promote the welfare of others, expressed especially by the generous donation of money to good causes.
  • North American a philanthropic institution; a charity.

Derivatives

philanthropism

Pronunciation: /-pizəm/
noun

philanthropize

Pronunciation: /-pīz/
verb

Origin:

early 17th century: via late Latin from Greek philanthrōpia, from philanthrōpos 'man-loving' (see philanthrope)

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