poorhouse Synonyms & Antonyms
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Poorhouse as a Noun
1
A charitable institution where poor or homeless people are lodged.
2
A workhouse.
Word Forms & Grammar
poorhouse (plural poorhouses)
Words That Rhyme With Poorhouse
Origin of Poorhouse
From poor + house.
Word Facts for Poorhouse
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Meaning | A charitable institution where poor or homeless people are lodged |
| Plural | poorhouses |