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administer

ad·mi·nis·ter

US/ədˈmɪn.ɪ.stə/ uncommon

verb

1.

work in an administrative capacity; supervise

  • “administer a program”
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2.

administer ritually; of church sacraments

3.

administer or bestow, as in small portions

  • “administer critical remarks to everyone present”
  • “dole out some money”
  • “shell out pocket money for the children”
  • “deal a blow to someone”
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4.

give or apply (medications)

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Origin

From Middle English administren, from Old French aminister, from Latin administrare (“to manage, execute”), from ad (“to”) + ministrare (“to attend, serve”), from minister (“servant”); see minister.

Phrases

  • route of administration

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