ˈtʃærɪtɪ n. (pl. -ies) 1 a giving voluntarily to
those in
need; alms-giving. b
the help,
esp.
money, so
given. 2 an
institution or
organization for helping those in need. 3 a
kindness, benevolence. b
tolerance in judging others. c
love of one's
fellow men. øCharity
Commission (in the UK) a
board established to
control charitable trusts. [OE f. OF charit÷ f. L caritas -tatis f. carus dear]