Dispatch
/dɪˈspætʃ/
Definitions
- (v.) To send off to a destination or for a purpose, especially official business.
The officer dispatched the documents to the court.
- (v.) To deal with a task or problem quickly and efficiently.
The attorney dispatched the case without delay.
- (n.) The act of sending someone or something to a destination or on official business.
The dispatch of the summons was completed yesterday.
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- dispatches
- dispatched
- dispatching
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe formal sending or handling of documents or messages efficiently.
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