dispenser

noun

dis·​pens·​er di-ˈspen(t)-sər 

: one that dispenses: such as

a

: a container that extrudes, sprays, or feeds out in convenient units

a soap dispenser

b

: a usually mechanical device for vending merchandise

Examples of dispenser in a Sentence

hospitals and other health-care dispensers

Recent Examples on the Web

The new equipment includes a custom ice dispenser, milk-dispensing system and faster blenders so baristas can make drinks more quickly. —Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 28 Jan. 2025

One of the big advances of the Parcae program was a three-satellite dispenser that could loft three satellites, which then functioned together in orbit as a group. —IEEE Spectrum, 21 Jan. 2025

Inside is a certain Pez candy dispenser with a yellow duck on top, a reference to Helen's Alma Mater, the University of Oregon and its mascot. —Jeff Spry, Space.com, 20 Jan. 2025

Opt for a liquid hand soap in a pretty bottle or use a refillable dispenser to add an elegant touch to your countertop. —Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing dispenser

• cash dispenser

Kids Definition

dispenser

noun

dis·​pens·​er dis-ˈpen(t)-sər 

: one that dispenses

especially : a container that gives out something a little at a time

a soap dispenser