noun
box for collecting alms, especially one in a church
• Hypernyms: ↑box
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a box, esp. in a church, into which contributions for the poor can be dropped.
[1615-25]
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poor box noun
A money box for gifts for the poor
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Main Entry: ↑poor
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poor box,
a box for receiving contributions of money for the relief of the poor, usually set at the entrance of a church.
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n. historical a collection box, esp. one in a church, for gifts of money or other articles toward the relief of the poor
Useful english dictionary. 2012.