Basic Details
Word: Dispatch
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To send off to a destination for a purpose.
Synonyms: Send, transmit, convey
Antonyms: Receive, withhold
Idioms and Phrases
- Dispatch someone: To send someone to do a specific job or task. Example: "The manager decided to dispatch someone to investigate the issue immediately."
- In a timely dispatch: To send something quickly and efficiently. Example: "The package arrived in a timely dispatch, just in time for the birthday party."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The delivery company will dispatch your order within two business days.
Example 2: After the storm, volunteers were dispatched to help those in need.
Example 3: The editor asked the reporter to dispatch a news article as soon as possible.
Fun Fact
The word "dispatch" comes from the Old French word "despecier," which means "to hurry," and it has been used in English since the 15th century. It originally referred to sending letters quickly.
Famous Quote
"The best way to predict the future is to dispatch it." - Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dispatch" mean?
a) To receive
b) To send off
c) To confuse
d) To delay
Answer: b) To send off
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dispatch"?
a) Hide
b) Send
c) Create
d) Collect
Answer: b) Send
3. What is an antonym of "dispatch"?
a) Send
b) Enjoy
c) Receive
d) Arrange
Answer: c) Receive
4. Which sentence uses "dispatch" correctly?
a) The team will dispatch the ball across the field.
b) She decided to dispatch chocolates for her friends.
c) He found it hard to dispatch his thoughts.
d) They will dispatch the message as soon as possible.
Answer: d) They will dispatch the message as soon as possible.
5. Which idiom means to send someone to do a task?
a) Dispatch someone
b) Leave someone hanging
c) Take a step back
d) Hit the road
Answer: a) Dispatch someone
