Philanthropist \Phi*lan"thro*pist\, n. [Gr. fila`nqrwpos; fi`los
   loving + 'a`nqrwpos man: cf. F. philanthrope.]
   1. One who practices philanthropy; one who loves mankind, and
      seeks to promote the good of others; especially, a wealthy
      individual who donates large amounts of money to
      charitable or philanthropic causes. Opposite of
      {misanthrope}.
      
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