Meaning of the word alimony in English

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alimony

US /ˈæl.ə.moʊ.ni/
UK /ˈæl.ɪ.mə.ni/
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Noun

financial support that a person is ordered by a court to pay to their former spouse after divorce or separation

Example:
The court ordered him to pay alimony to his ex-wife.
She is seeking alimony and child support.