dispose
Definitions
To get rid of something (usually 'dispose of')
处理，丢弃（常用 dispose of）
To arrange things in a particular order or position
排列，布置
To make someone inclined or willing to do something
使倾向于，使有意于
Root Breakdown
Root-deriveddis- (apart) + pose (place) = 'to place things apart in order.' The base sense is arranging. From 'arrange where each thing goes' came 'put things away / get rid of' (dispose of waste), and the figurative 'arrange someone's mind toward something' (be disposed to agree).
Root pos still carries 66 more wordsUsage Guide
- 'dispose of' = get rid of (the most common sense; the 'of' is required): dispose of waste, dispose of an asset.
- 'dispose' alone = arrange (formal/literary): troops were disposed along the line.
- 'be disposed to' = be inclined to: I'm not disposed to argue.
Example Sentences
- 1.
Please dispose of your rubbish in the bins provided.
- 2.
The general disposed his troops along the ridge.
- 3.
The good news disposed her to forgive him.