noun

disposal

Translation

disposal, getting rid of, sale

The safe disposal of chemical waste is important.

The company is planning the disposal of its assets.

I have a car at my disposal for the weekend.

the disposal of ((sth.)) the act of getting rid of (sth.) The disposal of nuclear waste is a major issue.

at ((sb.'s)) disposal available for (sb.) to use The company's resources are at our disposal.

Synonyms: removal, clearance, discarding; Phrase: at one's disposal

From the verb 'dispose', from Latin 'dis-' (apart) + 'ponere' (to place). The noun refers to the act of 'placing apart' or getting rid of something.

Think of 'disposing' of trash. The phrase 'at your disposal' means something is available for you to 'place' or use as you wish.