Definition of "largesse" in English

noun

1. The trait of being willing to donate money, resources, or time; generosity, liberality.

2. Often preceded by do, give, or make: the generous or liberal giving of gifts or money, especially by someone of high standing on a special occasion; also, excessive or wasteful giving.

3. Money, etc., given in this way.

4. Abundance of something (chiefly beneficial), regarded as having been given generously.

5. Chiefly in the form at one's largesse: freedom or liberty to act.

6. An act of donating or giving generously.

7. A specific gift of money, etc., given in this way, specifically (historical) at harvest time; a donation, a gratuity.