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poorhouse Meaning & Definition

What Does Poorhouse Mean?

As a noun, poorhouse means A charitable institution where poor or homeless people are lodged. It can also mean A workhouse.

Poorhouse Definition (Noun)

  1. A charitable institution where poor or homeless people are lodged.
  2. A workhouse.

Synonyms of Poorhouse

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Word Forms & Grammar

poorhouse (plural poorhouses)

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Origin of Poorhouse

From poor +‎ house.

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