dispenser

noun

dis·​pens·​er di-ˈspen(t)-sər How to pronounce dispenser (audio)
: one that dispenses: such as
a
: a container that extrudes, sprays, or feeds out in convenient units
a soap dispenser
b
: a usually mechanical device for vending merchandise

Examples of dispenser in a Sentence

hospitals and other health-care dispensers
Recent Examples on the Web Single-use plastics are also kept to a minimum, refillable glass water bottles are used in the rooms, and bathroom toiletries are in pump dispensers. Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 17 Mar. 2024 Berkeley police say Cawthon threw a metal mannequin at two of the employees, striking them both, along with a metal tape dispenser and a plastic case. Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2024 The touchless dispensers are offered in three different colorways — navy, white and soft gray — and can be refilled with ease, eliminating single-use plastics. Hannah Chubb, Peoplemag, 1 Mar. 2024 The design mimics a real kitchen with features like a stove, oven, microwave, storage space, and refrigerator with a working ice dispenser. Katrina Cossey, Parents, 1 Mar. 2024 There’s space for all your products and even some delicious smelling candles, plus magnetic mouthwash cups for rinsing and a toothpaste dispenser that always gives the perfect amount. Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 20 Feb. 2024 Swarms of flies and a roach falling out of a paper towel dispenser in front of an inspector are on this week’s list of South Florida restaurants that failed inspection. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2024 Daruma also has a hot water dispenser for making tea and instant cup noodles, and outdoor patio seating. Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 29 Feb. 2024 In addition to dressing, this versatile dispenser can also hold soy sauce, cooking wine, olive oil, and more. Rachel Trujillo, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dispenser was in the 14th century

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“Dispenser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dispenser. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

dispenser

noun
dis·​pens·​er dis-ˈpen(t)-sər How to pronounce dispenser (audio)
: one that dispenses
especially : a container that gives out something a little at a time
a soap dispenser

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