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commonweal

noun
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Definition of commonweal

1 archaic : commonwealth
2 : the general welfare

First Known Use of commonweal

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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commonweal

noun

English Language Learners Definition of commonweal

old-fashioned + formal : the happiness, health, and safety of all of the people of a community or nation

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