"Oxfam" meaning in All languages combined

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Proper name [English]

IPA: /ˈɒksfæm/
Etymology: Syllabic abbreviation of Oxford Committee for Famine Relief: originally the telegraphic address of the organisation. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Oxfam
  1. A United Kingdom-based charity focused on alleviating global poverty and operating a chain of charity shops. Wikipedia link: Oxfam, Oxford Committee for Famine Relief, telegraphic address Categories (topical): Organizations Translations (charity): 樂施會 (Chinese Mandarin), 乐施会 (Lèshīhuì) (Chinese Mandarin), 옥스팜 (okseupam) (Korean)

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