dispensed with

Meanings

• Phrasal Verb

  To release or dismiss someone or something from further obligation, duty, or keeping.

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Variants

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dispense , dispense with , dispensed , dispensed with , dispenses , dispenses with , dispensing , dispensing with

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Etymology

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The term 'dispense with' originated in Middle English from the Old French word 'despenser', meaning 'to spend, pay out'. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the idea of releasing or dismissing someone or something.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dispense with' is often used in legal contexts to refer to the process of a judge granting a motion to dismiss a case.

2. In the medical field, 'dispense with' is used to refer to the process of a pharmacist providing a patient with medication.

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Related Concepts

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1. Dismiss: Synonym for 'dispense with'. Both words mean to release or let go of someone or something.

2. Terminate: Synonym for 'dispense with'. Both words mean to bring an end to something.

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Culture

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In literature, 'dispensed with' has been used to describe the end of a relationship or situation. For example, in Shakespeare's 'Othello', Iago manipulates Othello into 'dispensing with' Desdemona, leading to tragic consequences. In art, the phrase can be seen in the title of a painting by Edvard Munch, 'The Sick Child - Dispensed With'.

How to Memorize "dispensed with"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the image of someone being released or let go. Imagine a person being handed their belongings and walking away.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dispense' with the idea of spending or paying out money, and 'with' with the idea of being in the presence of or dealing with something. Remember that 'dispense with' means to release or dismiss someone or something from further obligation or duty.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'dis-pense with', where 'dis' represents 'release' or 'dismiss', and 'pense' represents 'thoughts' or 'duties'. This helps you remember that 'dispense with' means to release or dismiss someone or something from further obligation or duty.

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