Almshouse

中文含义： 救济院，济贫院

英语词性： 名词

美式发音： [almz-hous]

同义词： poorhouse, workhouse, charity hospital

易混淆单词： asylum, hospital, hospice

双语例句：

  1. He spent the last few years of his life in an almshouse, where he was given free food and lodging.
  2. The almshouse was founded in the early 1800s to provide housing for the elderly poor.
  3. Although many almshouses closed down during the 20th century, some continue to provide assistance for those in need.
  4. He mistakenly thought the hospice was an almshouse and refused to stay there.
  5. Donations from the community keep the almshouse running and able to assist those who require its services.