dispense
Translation
to dispense, to distribute, to provide
Examples
The machine dispenses snacks and drinks.
The machine dispenses snacks and drinks.
The pharmacist will dispense your prescription.
The pharmacist will dispense your prescription.
They decided to dispense with the formalities.
They decided to dispense with the formalities.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to distribute or provide (sth.) to a number of people. The machine dispenses snacks.
((with sth.)) to stop using or get rid of (sth.). Let's dispense with the formalities.
Similar Words
Synonyms: distribute, issue, provide; Antonyms: collect, gather
Etymology
From Latin 'dispensare', meaning 'to distribute, manage'.
Memory Tips
Think of a cash dispenser or a soap dispenser; they both 'dispense' something.