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Blueh · 10-12-2012

Anthropology - Noun

1.
the science that deals with the origins, physical and cultural development, biological characteristics, and social customs and beliefs of humankind.
2.
the study of human beings' similarity to and divergence from other animals.
3.
the science of humans and their works.
4.
Also called philosophical anthropology. *the study of the nature and essence of humankind.

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Philanthropy - Noun

1.
altruistic concern for human welfare and advancement, usually manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons, by endowment of institutions of learning and hospitals, and by generosity to other socially useful purposes.
2.
the activity of donating to such persons or purposes in this way: to devote one's later years to philanthropy.
3.
a particular act, form, or instance of this activity: The art museum was their favorite philanthropy.
4.
a philanthropic organization.

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Blueh The Orator Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Yes Posts: 3,307	Anthropology - Noun 1. the science that deals with the origins, physical and cultural development, biological characteristics, and social customs and beliefs of humankind. 2. the study of human beings' similarity to and divergence from other animals. 3. the science of humans and their works. 4. Also called philosophical anthropology. *the study of the nature and essence of humankind. --- Philanthropy - Noun 1. altruistic concern for human welfare and advancement, usually manifested by donations of money, property, or work to needy persons, by endowment of institutions of learning and hospitals, and by generosity to other socially useful purposes. 2. the activity of donating to such persons or purposes in this way: to devote one's later years to philanthropy. 3. a particular act, form, or instance of this activity: The art museum was their favorite philanthropy. 4. a philanthropic organization. Dictionaries are here for a purpose.