C1verbformalbusinesstransport
US/dɪˈspætʃ/
UK/dɪˈspætʃ/
to send someone or something to a place quickly for a particular purpose
In context
We dispatch all orders within twenty-four hours of receiving payment.
The company dispatched a technician to repair the server this afternoon.
Police dispatched two patrol cars to the scene after the call.
Words that go with dispatch
verb + noun
- dispatch an orderThe warehouse will dispatch an order as soon as it is packed.
- dispatch a teamThe agency dispatched a team to the flooded area.
- dispatch a driverPlease dispatch a driver to the airport.
- dispatch a technicianWe can dispatch a technician on Monday morning.
- dispatch goodsGoods are dispatched from our central depot.
verb + adverb
- dispatch promptlyParcels are dispatched promptly after payment.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Your parcel will be dispatched in 24 hours.Correct: Your parcel will be dispatched within 24 hours.