plural of almsgiving

The act of voluntarily giving alms, of making donations to the poor, charity.

plural of almsdeed

The giving of alms; an act of charity, a good work.

(archaic) A woman who depends on the receipt of alms; a female beggar.

plural of almswoman

(archaic) Persons supported by alms; almsmen.

Synonym of almsfolk

plural of almsgiver

A giver of alms. / A small scale philanthropist or benefactor who consistently gives small amounts to those desperately in need.