DESTITUTE, a. L. To set. Literally, set from or away.
1. Not having or possessing wanting as destitute of virtue, or of peity destitute of food and clothing. It differs from deprived, as it does not necessarily imply previous possession.
2. Needy abject comfortless friendless.
He will regard the prayer of the destitute. Psalms 102 .
DESTITUTE, n. One who is without friends or comfort.
DESTITUTE,
1. To forsake.
2. To deprive.
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