dispense — to distribute or give out something, especially officially
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to distribute or give out something, especially officially
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈspens/
Example Sentences
- The vending machine dispenses snacks 24/7, even to midnight snackers.
- The wise grandmother dispensed life advice along with cookies.
- Let's dispense with small talk - did you eat my sandwich?
dispense
VERB[/dɪˈspens/]
to distribute or give out something, especially officially

a friendly volunteer coordinator stands behind a table loaded with food boxes and bags. She systematically hands out specific items to each person in line, checking a clipboard between distributions. As each family receives their allocated supplies, they move away with grateful expressions while the next person steps forward. The volunteer maintains an organized system, ensuring fair portions for everyone waiting. Other volunteers in the background sort and prepare additional supplies for distribution. the organized distribution and giving out of essential supplies to those in need

Dispense at great expense, behind walls of defense!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'dispensare', meaning 'to weigh out and distribute'. The term originated from medieval mercantile practices, where merchants would carefully measure and portion out goods to customers.
Breakdown
dis- (apart, away) + pensare (to weigh, consider). The prefix indicates separation or distribution, while the root refers to the weighing action fundamental to the distribution process.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The vending machine dispenses snacks 24/7, even to midnight snackers.”
“The wise grandmother dispensed life advice along with cookies.”
“Let's dispense with small talk - did you eat my sandwich?”
“The company will dispense bonuses based on performance.”
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