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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

disperse

/dɪˈspɜːrs/ verb · British & US
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What does disperse mean?

verb

To cause to separate and move apart, or to spread out in different directions. To scatter or disperse something, such as a crowd or a group of people.

Example

"The police had to disperse the protesters who were blocking the street."

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