donation
Pronunciation: [dəʊˈneɪʃən]
Context: "charity"
(noun) a donation is when someone gives money, items, or help to a person or organization that needs it. It’s like giving a gift to help others.
Example
She made a generous donation to the animal shelter to help care for the animals.
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He didn’t make a donation even though he had the money to help.
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Have you ever made a donation to a charity?
Context: "blood donation"
(noun) this meaning refers to giving blood to help save lives. People can donate blood so that it can be used for people who are sick or hurt.
Example
Many people participated in the blood donation drive to help those in need.
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She didn’t feel well enough to participate in the blood donation event.
Example
Do you know how often you can make a blood donation?
Context: "organ donation"
(noun) this type of donation happens when a person gives their organs to someone who needs them to live. It’s a very important way to help save other people’s lives.
Example
His decision to be an organ donor has already saved several lives.
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Some people are not comfortable with organ donation and choose not to register.
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What do you think about organ donation?