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dole

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Noun — British informal: state unemployment benefit payments.

How to use dole

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

dole out on the dole dole money

Etymology

From Old English dāl, "portion, share" — related to the word "deal."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dole” mean?

The word “dole” means british informal: state unemployment benefit payments. In plain terms, either unemployment benefits (British usage) or the act of handing something out in portions.

How do you pronounce “dole”?

“Dole” is pronounced dohl (/doʊl/ in IPA).

How do you use “dole” in a sentence?

Here is “dole” used in a sentence: “He was on the dole for six months before finding work.”

What part of speech is “dole”?

Depending on how it is used, “dole” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “dole” come from?

The word “dole” comes from Old English. From Old English dāl, "portion, share" — related to the word "deal.".

Is “dole” a common word?

“Dole” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “dole” have?

“Dole” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: british informal: state unemployment benefit payments.

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