B2nounhealthsociety
US/ˈdoʊ.nər/
UK/ˈdəʊ.nə/
a person or group that gives money, blood or a body part to help others
In context
The hospital urgently needs blood donors after the long holiday weekend.
A wealthy donor gave two million dollars to the university library.
He signed up as an organ donor when he renewed his license.
Words that go with donor
noun + noun
- blood donorShe has been a blood donor for ten years.
- organ donorBeing an organ donor can save several lives.
- donor countryDonor countries promised aid after the earthquake.
adjective + noun
- major donorThe museum thanked its major donors at the dinner.
- generous donorA generous donor paid for the new playground.
verb + noun
- become a donorYou can become a donor by registering online.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
donatorCorrect: donor