Doled: meaning, definitions and examples

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doled

 

[ doสŠld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

distribute fairly

To doled means to distribute or give out something, especially in small amounts. This term often implies a sense of moderation or careful allocation of resources. It can be used in various contexts such as distributing food, money, or other necessities. Dole can also refer to a government subsidy or allowance given to the unemployed or those in need. The action of doled emphasizes the idea of sharing or providing for others, often with an implication of care and thoughtfulness.

Synonyms

allocate, apportion, distribute.

Examples of usage

  • The charity doled food to the homeless.
  • She doled out advice to her friends.
  • The school doled supplies to the students in need.

Translations

Translations of the word "doled" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น distribuรญdo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคคเคฐเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ausgeteilt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ diberikan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะทะดะฐะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rozdany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้…ๅธƒใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rรฉparti

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ distribuido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท daฤŸฤฑtฤฑlmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฐํฌ๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ูˆุฒุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rozdฤ›lenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rozdanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†ๅ‘็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ porazdeljen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dreift

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั€ะฐั‚ั‹ะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒชแƒ”แƒ›แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paylanmฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ distribuido

Etymology

The word 'doled' originates from the Middle English word 'dole,' which means 'a share or portion.' This term is related to the Old English 'dรฆl,' meaning 'a part or division.' Over centuries, the word evolved and took on the meaning of distributing or giving out portions. The concept of 'dole' as a benefit or allowance emerged in the 19th century, particularly in reference to the distribution of food and financial aid to those in need. Today, the verb form 'doled' is commonly used to describe the act of distributing various items or forms of help to individuals or groups. This rich history reflects broader societal themes of sharing and caring for others.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,473 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.