Kiwanis
/kɪˈwɑːnɪs
/(in full Kiwanis Club)
noun
A North American society of business and professional people formed to maintain commercial ethics and as a social and charitable organization.The company encourages local activism from its employees on many levels, from participation in local groups such as the Kiwanis, Jaycees, and Lions Clubs to involvement in political office....
- Deborah Hall, a former staff member of Kiwanis, said that in 2002 the centre lost 104 employees out of a total of 264.
- International fraternal groups such as the Rotary Club, Lions Club, and Kiwanis have a presence in the country.
Derivatives
Kiwanian
- This gives new Kiwanians an opportunity to learn more about the Foundation through its gift-giving programs.
- Dick is a very dedicated Kiwanian who is always willing to step up and help out.
- The person to be honored can be any Kiwanian who has distinguished him or herself either in Kiwanis work, in public service, or in his or her field of endeavor or profession.
Origin
Early 20th century: of unknown origin.