blanketeer

/ˈblæŋkɪˌtiːər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates or supports the use of blankets as a means of charity or aid, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries.

“The organization’s efforts to provide blankets to the homeless were led by a dedicated blanketeer.”

Synonyms

  • charity worker
  • philanthropist

Antonyms

  • scrooge