dispenser

noun

dis·​pens·​er di-ˈspen(t)-sər 

: 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

The dispenser became available on May 7 and retails for $10. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 May 2025

The glass drink dispenser is a party must-have—ideal for batch cocktails, punch, lemonade, and sweet tea. —Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025

The team argued that the Saving Skin dispensers, similar to hand sanitizer stations, would make sunscreen application easy and convenient. —Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025

That’s why many have ditched individual bottles for dispenser systems that also offer savings and more sustainable solutions—a win-win for management and guests. —Blane Bachelor, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing dispenser

• cash dispenser

Rhymes for dispenser

• condenser
• extensor
• biosensor
• censer
• censor
• denser
• fencer
• sensor
• tensor

Kids Definition

dispenser

noun

dis·​pens·​er dis-ˈpen(t)-sər 

: one that dispenses

especially : a container that gives out something a little at a time

a soap dispenser