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单词 bettering house
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Definition of bettering house in English:

bettering house

noun
historical
  • Any of various establishments dedicated to improving the health, behaviour, or morals of its occupants, as a reformatory, workhouse, almshouse, etc.

Origin

Mid 18th century; earliest use found in George Berkeley (1685–1753), Church of Ireland bishop of Cloyne and philosopher.

Definition of bettering house in US English:

bettering house

noun
historical
  • Any of various establishments dedicated to improving the health, behaviour, or morals of its occupants, as a reformatory, workhouse, almshouse, etc.

Origin

Mid 18th century; earliest use found in George Berkeley (1685–1753), Church of Ireland bishop of Cloyne and philosopher.

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