Phrase guide

charitable trust

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A trust established for charitable purposes.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

In some jurisdictions, a trust designed for the general benefit of the public.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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noun

Meaning 3

a trust created for charitable or religious or educational or scientific purposes

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: public trust

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: trust

History

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Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: fideicomiso público — A trust established for charitable purposes
  • Spanish: confianza pública — A trust designed for the general benefit of the public