Defn: A receptacle in which money given for the poor is placed.
POORHOUSE
Poor"house`, n.
Defn: A dwelling for a number of paupers maintained at public expense; an almshouse; a workhouse.
POOR-JOHN
Poor"-john`, n. (Zoöl.)
Defn: A small European fish, similar to the cod, but of inferior
quality.
Poor-john and apple pies are all our fare. Sir J. Harrington.
POORLINESS
Poor"li*ness, n.
Defn: The quality or state of being poorly; ill health.
POORLY
Poor"ly, adv.
1. In a poor manner or condition; without plenty, or sufficiency, or suitable provision for comfort; as, to live poorly.
2. With little or no success; indifferently; with little profit or advantage; as, to do poorly in business.