DISPENSE (2)

dispense (2). Dispense, n. a dispensation, exemption, discharge

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Dis‐pense″, v. i. 1. 1. To compensate; to make up; to make amends.
One loving hour For many years of sorrow can dispense. Spenser. 2. 2. To give dispensation.
He can also dispense in all matters of ecclesiastical law. Addis & Arnold (Cath. Dict. ) To dispense with. (a) To permit the neglect or omission of, as a form, a ceremony, an oath; to suspend the operation of, as a law; to give up, release, or do without, as services, attention, etc.; to forego; to part with. (b) To allow by dispensation; to excuse; to exempt; to grant dispensation to or for. “Conniving and dispensing with open and common adultery.” Milton. (c) To break or go back from, as one's word. Richardson.