Alternative spelling of almshouse.

plural of alms-house

(historical) An annual tax of one penny on every hearth, collected in England and Ireland and sent to Rome, from the beginning of the tenth century until it was abolished by Henry VIII.

plural of alms-fee

plural of alms-deed

Alternative form of almsdeed

A building of residence for the poor, sick or elderly of a parish. Originally founded by the Church. Usually a charity relying on donations for funding.

plural of almshouse.

plural of almsman

(obsolete) One who depends on the receipt of alms, a beggar.