welfare state

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Concise Oxford English Dictionary © 2008 Oxford University Press:
welfare state

▶noun a system whereby the state undertakes to protect the health and well-being of its citizens, especially those in need, by means of grants, pensions, and other benefits.

'welfare state' also found in these Oxford entries:

welfarism

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