donates; donated; donating
1
: to give (money, food, clothes, etc.) in order to help a person or organization
The computers were donated by local companies.
We donated our old clothes to charity.
people who donate money to political candidates
He donates some of his free time to volunteer work.
Everyone is encouraged to donate.
2
: to give (blood, a body organ, etc.) to a hospital or other medical organization so that it can be given to someone who needs it
People are encouraged to donate blood.
Please sign this form if you would like to donate your organs when you die.
You can donate at the blood bank every eight weeks.
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“Donate.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/donate. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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