DOLE (3)

Dole, n. [[AS. dāl portion; same word as d�l. See Deal.]] 1. 1. Distribution; dealing; apportionment.
At her general dole, Each receives his ancient soul. Cleveland. 2. 2. That which is dealt out; a part, share, or portion also, a scanty share or allowance.
3. 3. Alms; charitable gratuity or portion.
So sure the dole, so ready at their call, They stood prepared to see the manna fall. Dryden. Heaven has in store a precious dole. Keble. 4. 4. A boundary; a landmark. Halliwell.
5. 5. A void space left in tillage.
Dole beer, beer bestowed as alms. — Dole bread, bread bestowed as alms. — Dole meadow, a meadow in which several persons have a common right or share.