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. Ps. 102.DESTITUTE, n. One who is without friends or comfort. DESTITUTE, v.t. 1. To forsake.2. To deprive.
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