dis
pense
Third Person
dispenses
Present Participle
dispensing
Past Tense
dispensed
Past Participle
dispensed
1
to distribute something, often in small portions
transitive
- The vending machine dispenses snacks and beverages to customers.
- The ATM dispenses cash to account holders upon request.
- The charity organization dispenses food and clothing to those in need.
- The coffee shop dispenses hot drinks to customers throughout the day.
- The chef expertly dispensed ingredients for the recipe.
2
to prepare and provide medicine to patients according to a doctor's orders
transitive
- They dispense antibiotics to treat infections.
- After the check-up, the nurse will dispense the necessary medicine.
- The pharmacist will dispense your prescription.
Synonyms:
3
to grant permission to ignore or not follow a specific law or rule
transitive
- The judge decided to dispense with the usual penalties due to the defendant's circumstances.
- The school principal can dispense with certain rules for students attending special events.
- The company dispensed with the dress code for employees working on the weekend.
- The university decided to dispense with the language requirement for international students.
- The customs officer can dispense with some paperwork for frequent travelers.