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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

alimony

/ˈælɪməni/ noun · British & US
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What does alimony mean?

noun

Payment made by a former husband to his divorced wife for her support, typically until she remarries or dies. A payment made by one former spouse to another for their support after a divorce.

Example

"The court ordered John to pay his ex-wife $5,000 per month in alimony."

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