noun

dispenser

dih-SPEHN-suh

Dispenser (noun) means a device or container designed to give out a set amount of something, such as soap or tape. Example: “She refilled the hand-sanitizer dispenser by the door.”

noun

A device or container designed to give out a set amount of something, such as soap or tape.

"She refilled the hand-sanitizer dispenser by the door."

A person authorized to prepare and give out medicines, such as a pharmacist.

"The dispenser checked the prescription twice before handing over the tablets."

How to use dispenser

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething (or someone) that gives out a fixed amount of a substance or product.

Common pairings

soap dispenser tape dispenser licensed dispenser

Word forms

dispensers plural

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Etymology

From Anglo-Norman dispensour, from Old French despenseor, from Latin dispensator. By surface analysis, dispense + -er.

Origin: Old French

Rhymes for dispenser

Spenser condenser

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dispenser” mean?

The word “dispenser” means a device or container designed to give out a set amount of something, such as soap or tape. In plain terms, something (or someone) that gives out a fixed amount of a substance or product.

How do you pronounce “dispenser”?

“Dispenser” is pronounced dih-SPEHN-suh (/dɪˈspɛnsə/ in IPA).

How do you use “dispenser” in a sentence?

Here is “dispenser” used in a sentence: “She refilled the hand-sanitizer dispenser by the door.”

What part of speech is “dispenser”?

“Dispenser” is a noun.

How many meanings does “dispenser” have?

“Dispenser” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device or container designed to give out a set amount of something, such as soap or tape.