dole
/doʊl/ noun C1- Distribution; dealing; apportionment. · c. 1650s, John Cleveland, Upon Phillis Walking in a Morning before Sun-rising At her general dole, / Each receives his ancient soul.
- Distribution of alms or gifts.
- Money or other goods given as charity.
- Payment by the state to the unemployed; unemployment benefits. · I get my dole paid twice a week.· I've been on the dole for two years now.
- A boundary; a landmark.
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