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Meaning of dispose of
The primary meaning of "dispose of" is to get rid of something or someone.
Etymology of dispose of
The phrase "dispose of" originated from the Old French word "disposer," which means "to arrange" or "to set in order"
The word "dispose" has been used in English since the 15th century, initially meaning "to arrange" or "to settle," and later developing its modern meaning of "to get rid of"
Synonyms
Definitions
- To get rid of something or someone, especially by throwing it away or giving it to someone else
- * To deal with a problem or difficulty, especially by solving it or making it go away
- * To arrange for the sale, transfer, or other disposal of something, especially a piece of property or a business
Usage Examples
- The company will dispose of the old equipment by selling it to a recycling firm
- * She decided to dispose of her unwanted clothes by donating them to charity
- * The government will dispose of the surplus food by distributing it to food banks