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dole

/dəʊl/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does dole mean?

noun, verb

A share or portion of food or other goods given to people who are poor or in need. To give or distribute food or other goods to people who are poor or in need.

Example

"The charity provided a dole of food to the homeless community."

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