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To eliminate; to dispose of.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
Examples
- I wish he would dispense with the pleasantries and get to the point.
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To do without.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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forgo or do or go without
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: abandon
give up what is not strictly needed
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- he asked if they could spare one of their horses to speed his journey
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: spare, give up, part with
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: give
do without or cease to hold or adhere to
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
Examples
- We are dispensing with formalities
- relinquish the old ideas
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: waive, relinquish, forgo, forego, foreswear
Antonyms: none provided
Narrower terms: kick, give up
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