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from The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition.

  • noun An organization that collects donated or surplus foodstuffs and distributes them free or at low cost to programs or organizations serving people in need.

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  • noun a non-profit, charitable organization that distributes mostly donated food to a wide variety of agencies that in turn feed the hungry.

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  • noun a place where food is contributed and made available to those in need

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