donor — a person who gives something (especially blood, an organ, or money) to help someone else
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who gives something (especially blood, an organ, or money) to help someone else
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdoʊnər/
Example Sentences
- The billionaire became an anonymous donor after winning the lottery twice in one week.
- As a regular blood donor, she has helped save over 100 lives.
- The dog became an unexpected organ donor when it donated its enthusiasm to cheer up hospital patients.
donor
NOUN[/ˈdoʊnər/]
a person who gives something (especially blood, an organ, or money) to help someone else
The kind donor handed a wrapped gift box of school supplies to the smiling children.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin donare, meaning 'to give.' The word evolved to denote a person who voluntarily provides something, particularly in modern contexts such as blood or organ donation.
Breakdown
donare (to give) + -or (agent suffix, one who performs an action)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The billionaire became an anonymous donor after winning the lottery twice in one week.”
“As a regular blood donor, she has helped save over 100 lives.”
“The dog became an unexpected organ donor when it donated its enthusiasm to cheer up hospital patients.”
“Major donors gathered at the charity gala to support education programs.”
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