El′ee‐mos″y‐na‐ry (?; 277), a. [LL. eleemosynarius, fr. eleemosyna alms, Gr. � alms. See Alms.] 1. Relating to charity, alms, or almsgiving; intended for the distribution of charity; as, an eleemosynary corporation.
2. Given in charity or alms; having the nature of alms; as, eleemosynary assistance. “Eleemosynary cures.” Boyle.
3. Supported by charity; as, eleemosynary poor.