almoness
/ˌɑː(l)məˈnɛs/ /ˌalməˈnɛs/ /ˌɒlməˈnɛs/Now chiefly historical
noun
A female almoner; specifically a nun responsible for the management and distribution of alms on behalf of a convent.
Origin
Late 17th century; earliest use found in Anthony Walker (bap. 1622, d. 1692), clergyman. In some forms from almoner + -ess.