What does disburse mean?
Disburse means (finance) To pay out, expend; usually from a public fund or treasury..
Disburse
/dɪsˈbɝs/ · verb
Meaning
(finance) To pay out, expend; usually from a public fund or treasury..
Example Sentences
The consequent traffic is so grave that, last year, councils in England and Wales demanded that the government disburse £1bn a year to them so they could repair roads and tackle congestion.
Synonyms for disburse
Antonyms for disburse
Related Words
Word Forms
- disburses
- disbursing
- disbursed
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for disburse?
Common synonyms include pay out.
What is the opposite of disburse?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use disburse in a sentence?
The consequent traffic is so grave that, last year, councils in England and Wales demanded that the government disburse £1bn a year to them so they could repair roads and tackle congestion.
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