1 : to give (money, food, clothes, etc.) in order to help a person or organization [+ obj] ▪ 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. [no obj] ▪ 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 [+ obj] ▪ People are encouraged to donate blood. ▪ Please sign this form if you would like to donate your organs when you die. [no obj] ▪ You can donate at the blood bank every eight weeks.




