Word Meaning

dispense definition and meaning

v. t. To deal out in portions; to distribute; to give; as, the steward dispenses provisions according directions; Nature dispenses her bounties; to dispense medicines.
v. t. To apply, as laws to particular cases; to administer; to execute; to manage; to direct.
v. t. To pay for; to atone for.
v. t. To exempt; to excuse; to absolve; -- with from.
v. i. To compensate; to make up; to make amends.
v. i. To give dispensation.
v. t. Dispensation; exemption.
n. Expense; profusion; outlay.

Crossword clues for dispense

- Administer
- Deal out
- Distribute
- Fill a prescription
- Hand out
- Issue
- Pay out