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almonry
[ al-muhn-ree, ah-muhn- ]
noun
- the place where an almoner resides or where alms are distributed.
almonry
/ ˈɑːmənrɪ /
noun
- history the house of an almoner, usually the place where alms were given
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of almonry1
Example Sentences
Besides that portion reserved for travelers there was an almonry overflowing with the poor of London, seeking food and clothing.
He carried Robin in and out of halls and chambers, kitchen and parlor, cloisters and outer court; through refectory and almonry, stopping, as always, in the chapel to say a prayer.
The Vatican's office of papal charities, the Apostolic Almonry, sent a letter to calligraphers and stores in April reminding them of a 2010 decision that their concessions would end this year.
The word has been confused with almonry.
A form of Ambry, a closet; but confused with Almonry, as if a place for alms.
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