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POORHOUSES Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word poorhouses. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word poorhouses. (close relations)

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almshouses
nounn
noun

• A building of residence for the poor, sick or elderly of a parish. Originally founded by the Church. Usually a charity relying on donations for funding.

asylums
nounn
noun

• a shelter from danger or hardship

• a hospital for mentally incompetent or unbalanced person

infirmaries
nounn
noun

• a health facility where patients receive treatment

workhouses
nounn
noun

• a poorhouse where able-bodied poor are compelled to labor

• a county jail that holds prisoners for periods up to 18 months

Best Hypernyms For POORHOUSES

Here is a list of related hypernyms for poorhouses, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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