To donate
Example: They donate money to charity.
Definition
"To donate" means to give money, goods, or time voluntarily to a person, organization, or cause, typically without expecting anything in return. For example, when they donate money to charity, they offer financial support freely to help those in need.
Etymology
The word "to donate" comes from the Latin verb 'donare,' which means 'to give as a gift.' Did you know that its roots are connected to the Latin noun 'donum,' meaning 'gift'? This origin perfectly reflects the generous and voluntary nature of donating.
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"To donate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 115 commonly used words.
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