1. Noun
Goodness, kindness; virtue; worth.
2. Noun
Liberality in bestowing gifts or favors; gracious or liberal giving; generosity; munificence.
3. Noun
That which is given generously or liberally.
4. Noun
A premium offered or given to induce men to enlist into the public service; or to encourage any branch of industry, as husbandry or manufactures.
5. Noun
(literary) generosity evidenced by a willingness to give freely
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