almonry

American

[al-muhn-ree, ah-muhn-] / ˈæl mən ri, ˈɑ mən- /

noun

plural

almonries

the place where an almoner resides or where alms are distributed.

almonry British

/ ˈɑːmənrɪ /

noun

history the house of an almoner, usually the place where alms were given

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Etymology

Origin of almonry

1175–1225; Middle English aumonerie < Old French ( almoner, -ry ); replacing Middle English aumery

Example Sentences

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Besides that portion reserved for travelers there was an almonry overflowing with the poor of London, seeking food and clothing.

From Literature

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.

From Literature

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.

From Reuters

The word has been confused with almonry.

From Project Gutenberg

A form of Ambry, a closet; but confused with Almonry, as if a place for alms.

From Project Gutenberg

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