Definitions

1. noun

A person or organization that gives something, especially money or blood, to help someone or something.

“The charity relied on donors to continue its life-saving work.”

2. noun

A person who gives an organ, tissue, or a part of their body, especially an organ, to be used in a surgical operation or transplant.

“The donor was grateful to have helped save the life of the young girl.”

3. noun

A source of something, such as a substance or a quality.

“The donor of the rare earth mineral was essential for the production of the new smartphone.”

4. verb

To give something, especially money or a part of one’s body, to help someone or something.

“She decided to donate her old clothes to the local charity shop.”