benefits
/ˈbɛn.ɪ.fɪts/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Meaning · English
public assistance; welfare.
Noun
Examples
Her dad had been on benefits for years so she never ever received pocket money. When she walked to school she would scour the pavements for coins.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “benefits” mean?
public assistance; welfare.
Is “benefits” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.