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benefactor

IPA pronunciation: /ˈben.ɪ.fæk.tər/

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Russian meaning

Благодетель, спонсор

English definition

A person who gives money or other help to a person or cause.

Example

An anonymous benefactor funded twenty full scholarships for international students.

Collocations

generous benefactor
wealthy benefactor
founding benefactor

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