Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for BEN-E-FAC'TION
BEN-E-FAC'TION, n. [L. benefacio, of bene, well, and facio, to make or do.]
- The act of conferring a benefit. More generally,
- A benefit conferred, especially a charitable donation. – Atterbury.
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