Meaning of dispose in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /dəˈspoʊz/

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  1. Verb

    dispose

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from Old French disposer, from Latin disponere‘arrange’, influenced by dispositus‘arranged’ and Old French poser‘to place’

    Definitions

    1. give, sell, or transfer to another

    Examples

    • « She disposed of her parents' possessions »
  2. 2. throw or cast away

    Examples

    • « Put away your worries »
  3. 3. make receptive or willing towards an action or attitude or belief

    Examples

    • « Their language inclines us to believe them »

    Antonyms

  4. 4. make fit or prepared

    Examples

    • « Your education qualifies you for this job »

    Antonyms