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dispose

dis·pose

UK/dɪˈspəʊz/ US/dɪsˈpoʊz/ fairly common

verb

1.

give, sell, or transfer to another

  • “She disposed of her parents”
3.

make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief

  • “Their language inclines us to believe them”
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4.

make fit or prepared

  • “Your education qualifies you for this job”
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Origin

Borrowed from French disposer.

Phrases

  • dispose of

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