love; universal benevolence; good will.-liberality in judging of men and their actions; a disposition which inclines men to put the best construction on the words and actions of others.-liberality to the poor and the suffering, to benevolent institutions, or to worthy causes; generosity.-whatever is bestowed gratuitously on the needy or suffering for their relief; alms; any act of kindness.-a charitable institution, or a gift to create and support such an institution; as, lady margaret's charity.-eleemosynary appointments [grants or devises] including relief of the poor or friendless, education, religious culture, and public institutions.