Definition

To pay out money from a fund or account for a specific purpose.

Example

The organization will disburse the funds to support local charities.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear how they plan to disburse the funds for the new park?

Yes, I think it's a great initiative for the community!

I wonder if they will disburse the money in stages or all at once.

I hope they do it in stages so they can manage the project better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Disburse → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "burse" (from Latin "bursa", meaning purse or money). The word describes the act of taking money out of a purse or fund, hence to pay out or distribute funds.

Memory Tip

Think of taking money 'apart' ('dis-') from a 'purse' ('bursa') — that's why disburse means to pay out or distribute money.

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