Meaning
A voluntary gift or contribution for a specific cause.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
From Middle English donacion, donation, from Middle French donation, from Latin dōnātiō (“a present”), from dōnō (“to give”), from dōnum (“a gift”). Recorded in English since the 15th century. Equivalent to donate + -ion.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 9 recorded puzzles: