Public Benefits
/ˈpʌblɪk ˈbɛnɪfɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Government-provided assistance programs aimed at supporting individuals' welfare, such as healthcare, housing, or food aid.
Eligibility for public benefits often depends on income and residency requirements.
- (n.) Non-governmental services or advantages accessible to the public to promote general welfare.
The library is one of the many public benefits available to residents.
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Commentary
The term commonly refers to government programs but can extend to nonprofit or municipal services; context determines the scope.
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