n. [ L. benefactio, fr. benefacere to do good to one; bene well + facere to do. See Benefit. ]
pos>n. [ L. ] One who confers a benefit or benefits. Bacon. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. A woman who confers a benefit. [ 1913 Webster ]
His benefactress blushes at the deed. Cowper. [ 1913 Webster ]