Meaning & Definition of word "Donation"

Donation

/dəʊˈneɪʃən/

1. A gift or contribution given to a charitable organization or for a specific cause.
- Example: The charity received a generous donation from a local business.
2. Something given voluntarily without payment in return.
- Example: Her donation of books to the library was greatly appreciated.
3. The act of giving, especially to a fund or cause.
- Example: He made a large donation to the hospital to support their new wing.

Latin 'donatio', from 'donare' which means 'to give'.

blood donation:

The act of giving blood for medical purposes.

in-kind donation:

A non-cash contribution of goods or services.

donation drive:

An organized effort to collect donations for a cause.

contribute:

To give (something, such as money or time) to help achieve or provide something.

benefactor:

A person who gives money or other help to a person or cause.

charity:

An organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need.

Meaning: Dough

Example Sentence: He decided to drop some dough for the local food bank.

Meaning: Give back

Example Sentence: It's important to give back to the community through donations.