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almshouse [ˈɑːmzˌhaʊs] n
1. (Historical Terms) Brit History a privately supported house offering accommodation to the aged or needy 2. Chiefly Brit another name for poorhouse Translations How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A MILLIONAIRE who had gone to an almshouse to visit his father met a Neighbour there, who was greatly surprised. In all respects, however, ye make too familiar with the spirit; and out of wisdom have ye often made an almshouse and a hospital for bad poets. This couple from the palace and the almshouse are but the types of thousands more who represent the dark tragedy of life and seldom quarrel for the upper parts. |
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