dispatching (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspætʃɪŋ/

Definition

Sending someone or something to a destination or for a purpose, especially with speed and efficiency.

Examples

• The company is responsible for dispatching goods to customers.

• The emergency services were dispatched to the scene of the accident.

• He was dispatched on a mission to gather intelligence.

How to Use dispatching

dispatch to (prepositional phrase)

To send someone or something to a particular place. — "The aid was dispatched to the earthquake victims."

dispatch with (prepositional phrase)

To kill someone or something using a particular method. — "The animal was dispatched with a quick shot."

be dispatched (passive voice)

To be sent to a destination or for a purpose. — "Several police cars were dispatched to the area."

Synonyms of dispatching

Words with a similar meaning to dispatching:

• send
• forward
• transmit
• expedite

Antonyms of dispatching

Words with the opposite meaning to dispatching:

• receive
• hold
• recall

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