administer

/ədˈmɪnɪstər/
verb
  1. To manage or be in charge of the operation of something, such as a business, organization, or system.
    • She was hired to administer the new department at the hospital.
    • The committee will administer the funds for the community project.
    • It is his job to administer the company's payroll and benefits.
  2. To give or dispense something, such as a medicine, test, or punishment.
    • The nurse will administer the vaccine to all patients.
    • The judge will administer the oath to the witness.
    • Teachers are trained to administer first aid in an emergency.
  3. To apply or carry out something, such as a law, rule, or policy.
    • It is the duty of the court to administer justice.
    • The school board will administer the new dress code starting next month.
    • The police are responsible for administering the law fairly.
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