dispensary
[ dih-spen-suh-ree ]
/ dɪˈspɛn sə ri /
noun, plural dis·pen·sa·ries.
a place where something is dispensed, especially medicines.
a charitable or public facility where medicines are furnished and free or inexpensive medical advice is available.
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British Dictionary definitions for dispensary
dispensary
/ (dɪˈspɛnsərɪ, -srɪ) /
noun plural -ries
a place where medicine and medical supplies are dispensed
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Medical definitions for dispensary
dispensary
[ dĭ-spĕn′sə-rē ]
n.
An office in a hospital or other institution from which medical supplies and medicines are dispensed.
A public institution that dispenses medicines or medical aid.
An outpatient department of a hospital.
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