dispose

dɪˈspoz

Definitions

1. verb

to get rid of something unwanted or useless, or to deal with something in a particular way

“She had to dispose of the old furniture.”

2. verb

to put something in its final position or arrangement

“The company will dispose its new products in stores around the world.”

3. noun

the act of getting rid of something unwanted or useless

“The disposal of the toxic waste was a complex process.”

4. noun

a place or facility where waste is taken for processing or disposal

“The city’s waste disposal center was overwhelmed with garbage.”

Synonyms

  • discard
  • eliminate
  • get rid of

Antonyms

  • keep
  • preserve
  • retain