Disburse

usgb/dɪsˈbɜːrs/
verb

To give or pay out money.

The government disburses funds to schools each year.
Visual representation of "disburse" - To give or pay out money

Often appears as...

  • disburse funds
  • disburse payments
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Official Payments

Disburse is often used in formal contexts like government or corporate finance.

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The treasurer approved to disburse bonus payments to the employees.
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Planned Outflow

When 'disburse' is used, there's usually a plan or system behind the money being paid out.

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The foundation will disburse scholarships according to its annual plan.
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