Charity Case (Noun)
Meaning
A case for a welfare worker.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The social worker spent most of her day visiting the charity case on 5th street, making sure the family had enough food and clothing.
- As a charity case, the young mother was eligible for government assistance to help her get back on her feet.
- The welfare worker's notes described the family as a charity case, in dire need of financial and emotional support.
- After losing her job, Sarah became a charity case, relying on the kindness of strangers to get by.
- The local church took on the charity case of the homeless veteran, providing him with a place to stay and a hot meal every day.