Available Definitions:
1) n. - Love; universal benevolence; good will.
2) n. - Liberality in judging of men and their actions; a disposition which inclines men to put the best construction on the words and actions of others.
3) n. - Liberality to the poor and the suffering, to benevolent institutions, or to worthy causes; generosity.
4) n. - Whatever is bestowed gratuitously on the needy or suffering for their relief; alms; any act of kindness.
5) n. - A charitable institution, or a gift to create and support such an institution; as, Lady Margaret's charity.
6) n. - Eleemosynary appointments [grants or devises] including relief of the poor or friendless, education, religious culture, and public institutions.