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benefactor

/ˈbɛnɪfæktər/ noun · British & US
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What does benefactor mean?

noun

A person who provides financial or other support for a person or cause, especially one that is in need of help. A person who benefits from something, such as a person's actions or a situation.

Example

"The benefactor of the charity was a wealthy businessman who donated millions of dollars to the cause."

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