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UK/["/ˈdəʊnə(r)/"]/US/["/ˈdəʊnər/"]/

Meaning of Donor

a person or an organization that makes a gift of money, clothes, food, etc. to a charity, etc.

In simple words: A person who gives money or gifts to help others.

Donor in a sentence

  • The donor gave a generous contribution to the charity.
  • An organ donor can save multiple lives through transplantation.
  • She became a blood donor to help patients in need.
  • The donor of the money wished to remain anonymous.
  • As a donor, he felt proud to support medical research.

How to use Donor

Used in charitable contexts, often formal or in non-profit discussions. Not commonly used in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

donor + object (e.g. donor + funds)

Memory hint

Think of 'donate' – a donor is someone who donates.

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Collocations with Donor

Synonyms for Donor

Opposites of Donor

Common mistakes with Donor

  • 'Donor' is confused with 'donee', the recipient of a donation.
  • 'Donor' is misused in contexts unrelated to giving, such as 'donor of a job'.

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Frequently asked questions about Donor

What does Donor mean?

A person who gives money or gifts to help others.

What is the definition of Donor?

a person or an organization that makes a gift of money, clothes, food, etc. to a charity, etc.

How do you use Donor in a sentence?

The donor gave a generous contribution to the charity.

Can you give another example of Donor?

An organ donor can save multiple lives through transplantation.

What are synonyms for Donor?

Common alternatives include contributor, giver, philanthropist, benefactor.

What is the opposite of Donor?

Opposite meanings include recipient, donee.

What words go with Donor?

It commonly pairs with wealthy, big, generous, give something, make a donation, pledge something, country, government, blood, bone-marrow, egg, donate something, give something, blood, egg, organ.

What are common mistakes when using Donor?

'Donor' is confused with 'donee', the recipient of a donation. 'Donor' is misused in contexts unrelated to giving, such as 'donor of a job'.

How do you pronounce Donor?

US: /["/ˈdəʊnər/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdəʊnə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Donor?

Used in charitable contexts, often formal or in non-profit discussions. Not commonly used in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Donor?

"Donor" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.