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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

despatches

/dɛspætʃɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does despatches mean?

noun

A dispatch is a message or order sent quickly, especially by a military commander. Despatches can also refer to the act of sending something quickly.

Example

"The general sent a dispatch to his troops, ordering them to prepare for battle."

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