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US/dɪˈspoʊz/
UK/dɪˈspəʊz/
to get rid of something you no longer want or need (used with of)
In context
Please dispose of used batteries at the collection point.
The factory was fined for disposing of chemical waste in the river.
How do you dispose of old furniture in your city?
Words that go with dispose
verb + preposition
- dispose ofYou must dispose of the oil in a safe way.
- dispose of wasteHospitals have to dispose of medical waste carefully.
- dispose of the evidenceHe tried to dispose of the evidence before the police arrived.
adverb + verb
- safely dispose ofPlease safely dispose of any sharp objects.
- properly dispose ofMany people do not properly dispose of old medicines.
- illegally dispose ofThe company illegally disposed of toxic chemicals.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Please dispose the trash here.Correct: Please dispose of the trash here.