- a Christian body founded in 1865 by William Booth and organized on quasi-military lines for evangelism and social work among poor people
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Salva′tion Ar′my,
- Religionan international Christian organization founded in England in 1865 by William Booth, organized along quasi-military lines and devoted chiefly to evangelism and to providing social services, esp. to the poor.
- Religiona retail store operated by the Salvation Army selling donated clothing, furniture, books, etc., at low prices:This sofa was a bargain at the Salvation Army.
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