"The welfare" refers to the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group, often involving government aid programs designed to support those in need and promote social stability and well-being within a community or society.
The word "welfare" comes from the Old English term 'wel faran,' meaning 'to fare well' or 'to prosper.' Over time, it evolved to describe the general well-being and prosperity of individuals or groups, especially relating to social support and assistance.
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"The welfare" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 5", containing 112 commonly used words.
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