1. Verb
To deal out in portions; to distribute; to give; as, the steward dispenses provisions according directions; Nature dispenses her bounties; to dispense medicines.
2. Verb
To apply, as laws to particular cases; to administer; to execute; to manage; to direct.
3. Verb
To pay for; to atone for.
4. Verb
To exempt; to excuse; to absolve; -- with from.
5. Verb
To compensate; to make up; to make amends.
6. Verb
To give dispensation.
7. Verb
Dispensation; exemption.
8. Noun
Expense; profusion; outlay.
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