dispense
/dɪˈspɛns/
verb
- To give out or distribute something, especially medicine or supplies.
- The pharmacist will dispense your medication after checking the prescription.
- The charity dispensed warm blankets to the homeless shelter.
- The vending machine dispenses snacks and drinks.
- To prepare and give out medicine according to a prescription.
- The clinic dispenses free vaccines to children.
- He waited while the technician dispensed his eye drops.
- Only licensed pharmacists can dispense prescription drugs.
- To apply or carry out something, such as justice or advice.
- The counselor dispensed wisdom to the troubled students.
- The judge dispensed justice fairly in the courtroom.
- She dispensed helpful advice to all her friends.
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