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benefaction

[ ben-uh-fak-shuhn, ben-uh-fak- ]

noun

  1. an act of conferring a benefit; the doing of good; a good deed:

    He is known throughout the region for his many benefactions.

  2. the benefit conferred; charitable donation:

    to solicit benefactions for earthquake victims.



benefaction

/ ËŒ²úÉ›²Ôɪˈ´Úæ°ìʃə²Ô /

noun

  1. the act of doing good, esp by giving a donation to charity
  2. the donation or help given
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of benefaction1

1655–65; < Late Latin ²ú±ð²Ô±ð´Ú²¹³¦³Ù¾±Å²Ô- (stem of ²ú±ð²Ô±ð´Ú²¹³¦³Ù¾±Å ), equivalent to Latin bene bene- + fact ( us ) done ( fact ) + -¾±Å²Ô- -ion
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of benefaction1

C17: from Late Latin ²ú±ð²Ô±ð´Ú²¹³¦³Ù¾±Å , from Latin bene well + facere to do
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The University said it came to the decision to remove the family’s name after a review of its relationship with the Sacklers and their trusts, “including the way their benefactions to the university are recognized.â€

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But the full scale of Crow's benefactions has never been revealed.

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Although its exact origin remains a mystery, the dish is symbolic of God's grace, for several oral histories dictate the benevolence of the Gurus who prepared it: It is a benefaction upon His devotees.

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Calling himself a “venture philanthropist,†he expected his benefaction to bring more than a pat on the back and naming rights.

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Application materials for the canceled program said it had been “made possible by generous donors, whose benefactions ultimately constitute a significant financial investment in each and every attendee.â€

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