(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 1:57:49

Phi*lan"thro*pist (?), n. [Gr. ; loving + man: cf. F. philanthrope.]

One who practices philanthropy; one who loves mankind, and seeks to promote the good of others.

<-- esp. a wealthy individual who donates large amounts of money to charitable or philanthropic causes -->

 

© Webster 1913.

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