POORHOUSES Synonyms
There are 4 synonyms of the word
poorhouses.
(exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word poorhouses. (close relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word poorhouses. (close relations)
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Definition of POORHOUSES
Definition of POORHOUSES
Best Alternative Words for POORHOUSES
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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
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poorhouses, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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