Salvation Army

noun

1. an international Christian organization founded in England in 1865 by William Booth, organized along quasi-military lines and devoted chiefly to evangelism and to providing social services, especially to people in poverty.

2. a retail store operated by the Salvation Army selling donated clothing, furniture, books, etc., at low prices.

   This sofa was a bargain at the Salvation Army.

Salvation Army

noun

1. 1. a Christian body founded in 1865 by William Booth and organized on quasi-military lines for evangelism and social work among the poor

   2. ( as modifier )

      the Salvation Army Hymn Book

Example Sentences

When residents first reported bed bugs, the Salvation Army said it had followed all processes to control the situation.

From BBC

Lizzie Cox, of the Forest of Dean Salvation Army, said the hub was "discreet" and parents would not be judged.

From BBC

“We’re trying to break the cycle of relapse for people in recovery,” Salvation Army recovery advocate Tom Wolf told the Assembly Health Committee in an April hearing.

From Los Angeles Times

The school has recently taken a group of Year Two pupils for breakfast at the Salvation Army cafe in Arnold as a reward for good attendance.

From BBC

Minnie was devoted to the Salvation Army because of the church’s dedication to evangelizing and doing good works.

From Los Angeles Times