Definitions
v. To send someone or something to a particular destination.
派遣；发送
n. The act of sending goods, messages, or people somewhere.
发送；派遣
n. An official message or a report sent by a journalist.
新闻报道；公文
Example
The shop dispatched my new shoes this morning.
商店今天早上寄出了我的新鞋。
Local authorities should dispatch emergency teams quickly when severe flooding threatens homes and essential infrastructure.
当严重洪灾威胁住宅和关键基础设施时，地方政府应迅速派出应急队伍。
Collocations
- dispatch goods
- dispatch a team
- ready for dispatch
- a news dispatch
Word family
- dispatcher (n.)
Synonyms
- send
Usage tip
despatch也是正确拼写，但dispatch更常见。
FAQ
- What does dispatch mean?
- To send someone or something to a particular destination. The act of sending goods, messages, or people somewhere. An official message or a report sent by a journalist.
- How is dispatch pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈspætʃ/, US /dɪˈspætʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
