donation
/dəʊˈneɪʃən/
donation
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Definition
A voluntary gift or contribution for a specific cause.
Etymology
From Middle English donacion, donation, from Middle French donation, from Latin dōnātiō (“a present”), from dōnō (“to give”), from dōnum (“a gift”). Recorded in English since the 15th century. Equivalent to donate + -ion.
Example Sentences
- "They were collecting donations for the elderly at Christmas."
- "And some donation freely to estate On the bless'd lovers."
- "After donation there is an absolute change and alienation of the property of the thing given."
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