bettering house
now historical
noun
Any of various establishments dedicated to improving the health, behaviour, or morals of its occupants, as a reformatory, workhouse, almshouse, etc.
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Origin
Mid 18th century; earliest use found in George Berkeley (1685–1753), Church of Ireland bishop of Cloyne and philosopher.
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