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 Definitions of poorhouse  [ˌhaʊ zɪz]  

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Definition of 'poorhouse' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) poorhouse
(formerly) an institution for paupers maintained at public expense.

Etymology:  (1735–45)

Definition of 'poorhouse' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) poorhouse
an establishment maintained at public expense in order to provide housing for the poor and homeless
Definition of 'poorhouse' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) poorhouse
a dwelling for a number of paupers maintained at public expense; an almshouse; a workhouse

'poorhouse' - Nearby Entries  

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