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Dole-out Definition

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verb

(idiomatic) To distribute in small amounts.

Wiktionary
Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • lot
  • parcel out
  • deal
  • mete-out
  • allot
  • dish-out
  • deal-out
  • shell out
  • dispense
  • administer
  • distribute
  • parcel
  • assign
Antonyms:
  • Antonyms:
  • hoard
  • hold
  • gather
  • collect

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Dole-out Is Also Mentioned In

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Words Starting With

DDODOL

Words Ending With

TUTOUT

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