Endowers

/ɛnˈdaʊərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of endower; multiple people who give money or property to permanently support causes or institutions.

Etymology

Plural form of endower, created by adding -s to the singular noun.

Kelly Says

When you look at the endowers listed on a university building or museum, you're seeing a fascinating snapshot of who had wealth and social values in that time period—it's like reading history through who chose to support what!

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