noun
disposal
dihs-POH-zuhl
noun
1
The act of getting rid of something, especially waste.
"The council collects household waste for disposal every Tuesday."
2
The power or right to use or arrange something (as in 'at one's disposal').
"The hotel put a car and driver at our disposal for the trip."
How to Use Disposal
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishGetting rid of something, or having something available to use as needed.
Common pairings
waste disposal
at your disposal
garbage disposal
Word Forms
disposals plural
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The council collects household waste for _____ every Tuesday.