1. an activity or gift that benefits the public at large
2. a kindly and lenient attitude toward people
Synonym: brotherly love
3. an institution set up to provide help to the needy
4. a foundation created to promote the public good (not for assistance to any particular individuals)
5. pinnate-leaved European perennial having bright blue or white flowers
Synonym: Jacob's ladderGreek valerianPolemonium caeruleumPolemonium van-bruntiaePolymonium caeruleum van-bruntiae