Dispensary

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɛnsəri/

Definitions of dispensary

noun a place where medicine or medical supplies are dispensed or distributed

Example Sentences

A1 I went to the dispensary to pick up my prescription.

A2 The dispensary is located next to the pharmacy.

B1 The dispensary offers a variety of medical marijuana products.

B2 The dispensary has strict regulations for selling controlled substances.

C1 The dispensary is known for its high-quality cannabis products.

C2 The dispensary's reputation for excellent customer service sets it apart from others in the industry.

Examples of dispensary in a Sentence

formal The medical dispensary provides patients with a variety of prescription medications.

informal I'm going to swing by the dispensary to pick up my prescription.

slang Let's hit up the dispensary for some meds.

figurative The dispensary of knowledge at the library is vast and diverse.

Grammatical Forms of dispensary

• plural: dispensaries
• comparative: more dispensary
• superlative: most dispensary
• present tense: dispensary
• future tense: will dispense
• perfect tense: has dispensed
• continuous tense: is dispensing
• singular: dispensary
• positive degree: dispensary
• infinitive: to dispense
• gerund: dispensing
• participle: dispensed

Origin and Evolution of dispensary

First Known Use: 1600 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dispensary' originated from the Latin word 'dispensare', which means to distribute or manage.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a place where medicines or medical supplies are dispensed, the term 'dispensary' has evolved to also include establishments where cannabis or other controlled substances are legally distributed for medical purposes.