1. People who engage in or practice philanthropy; those who give money or help to charitable causes.
Usage: Plural form of philanthropoid.; Informal or slightly pejorative; sometimes used to describe wealthy individuals who donate to charity.; Less common than 'philanthropists'.

Examples

• The philanthropoids in the city funded several new schools and hospitals.
• Many wealthy philanthropoids use their fortunes to support educational initiatives.
• The gala attracted numerous philanthropoids eager to contribute to the cause.
• Some critics view philanthropoids as self-serving despite their charitable donations.
• The foundation was established by a group of philanthropoids committed to environmental conservation.