to dispense
01
分发, 分配
to distribute something, often in small portions
Transitive: to dispense sth
例子
The vending machine dispenses snacks and beverages to customers.
自动售货机向顾客分发零食和饮料。
The ATM dispenses cash to account holders upon request.
自动取款机应要求向账户持有人分配现金。
02
配发, 分发
to prepare and provide medicine to patients according to a doctor's orders
Transitive: to dispense medicine
例子
They dispense antibiotics to treat infections.
他们分发抗生素以治疗感染。
After the check-up, the nurse will dispense the necessary medicine.
检查后，护士会分发必要的药物。
03
免除, 豁免
to grant permission to ignore or not follow a specific law or rule
Transitive: to dispense with a rule or regulation
例子
The judge decided to dispense with the usual penalties due to the defendant's circumstances.
法官决定因被告的情况而免除通常的处罚。
The school principal can dispense with certain rules for students attending special events.
学校校长可以为参加特殊活动的学生免除某些规定。
词汇树
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