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philanthropize
especially British, phi·lan·thro·pise
[fi-lan-thruh-pahyz]
verb (used with object)
philanthropized, philanthropizing
to treat (persons) in a philanthropic manner.
verb (used without object)
philanthropized, philanthropizing
to practice philanthropy.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of philanthropize1
First recorded in 1820–30; philanthrop(y) + -ize
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Let them preach less and philanthropize more.
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