Dispatching
/dɪˈspætʃɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) The act or process of sending off documents, goods, or persons to a destination, especially in legal or official contexts.
The dispatching of subpoenas was handled by the court clerk.
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Commentary
Often used in legal settings to describe official sending or delivery actions; distinguish from the base term 'dispatch' for broader uses.
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