Definition of Benefit
Benefit
ben·e·fit
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the profit or advantage gained from something, a good effect or helpful result brought about by something;
e.g. The benefit of buying this product is that we will get the job done much faster.
(noun)
some financial help, typically in the form of a payment, privilege, or service offered to someone by an employer, insurance company, or government;
e.g. They are covered by a generous health insurance plan as a benefit of their job.
(noun)
a social event, typically providing entertainment in the form of a public performance, intended to raise funds to help a person or a charitable cause;
e.g. The publishing house is throwing a benefit on Saturday night to raise money for a new department.
(verb)
to do someone/something good, to provide them with some advantage or favorable result/effect;
e.g. A new public library will benefit the community by making educational resources more accessible.
(verb)
to gain a favorable result/effect or advantage from something/someone;
e.g. I think you will benefit from attending the seminar.
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