Definitions

1. verb

to give or supply something, especially in small quantities or amounts

“The pharmacy will dispense the medication once it is ready.”

2. verb

to provide or distribute something, especially officially

“The government will dispense aid to those affected by the disaster.”

3. noun

a small amount of something given or supplied

“The doctor gave the patient a dispense of pain relief medication.”

4. noun

the act of giving or supplying something

“The dispense of food was done by the volunteers.”