WELFARE


Meaning of WELFARE in English

n.1 well-being, happiness; health and prosperity (of a person or a community etc.).

2 (Welfare) a the maintenance of persons in such a condition esp. by statutory procedure or social effort. b financial support given for this purpose.

Phrases and idioms:

welfare state

1. a system whereby the State undertakes to protect the health and well-being of its citizens, esp. those in financial or social need, by means of grants, pensions, etc.

2 a country practising this system. welfare work organized effort for the welfare of the poor, disabled, etc.

Etymology: ME f. WELL(1) + FARE

Oxford English vocab.      Оксфордский английский словарь.