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dispense

verb

/dɪˈspɛns/

Meaning

To distribute or provide something, especially in portions.

The machine dispenses clean drinking water.

dispense with

distribute, allocate, deliver, provide, supply

withhold, retain, keep

dispense justice, dispense medicine, dispense advice, dispense with

to take something away from someone, or prevent them from having it

To look at someone with an angry or sullen expression.

To depart from an established course or norm.

to hit or push with the head or horns; to strike forcefully

To put a decision, plan, or agreement into effect.

to release from slavery or servitude; to set free