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dispensary

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɛns(ə)ri/

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Definition of dispensary

noun (plural dispensaries)

  • 1a room where medicines are prepared and provided.
  • 2a clinic provided by public or charitable funds.

Origin:

late 17th century: from medieval Latin dispensarium, neuter (used as a noun) of dispensarius, from Latin dispensare (see dispense)

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