verb
dispend
Dispend (verb) means to spend or use up.
verb
1
To spend or use up.
2
To fritter away or squander wastefully.
3
To hand something out or give it to people.
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Etymology
This word comes from Old French despendre (which became French dépendre), which in turn came from Latin dispendere.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of dispend?
"dispend" (verb) means to spend or use up.
What are the different meanings of dispend?
"dispend" has 3 main meanings: 1. To spend or use up; 2. To fritter away or squander wastefully; 3. To hand something out or give it to people.
