donation
/dəʊˈneɪʃən/ · /doʊˈneɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4245 in the learning path
捐赠；捐赠物
Definitions
n. Money or goods given to help a person or organisation.
捐赠；捐赠物
Example
We made a small donation to the animal shelter.
我们向动物收容所捐了一小笔钱。
Regular donations from local businesses enable the charity to provide free meals for vulnerable residents.
当地企业的定期捐赠使这家慈善机构能够为弱势居民提供免费餐食。
Collocations
- make a donation
- generous donation
- blood donation
Word family
- donate (v.)
- donor (n.)
Synonyms
- contribution
Usage tip
常用make a donation to，表示向某方捐赠。
FAQ
- What does donation mean?
- Money or goods given to help a person or organisation.
- How is donation pronounced?
- UK /dəʊˈneɪʃən/, US /doʊˈneɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
