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dispensation

Main Entry:: dis·pen·sa·tion
Pronunciation:: \ˌdis-pən-ˈsā-shən, -ˌpen-\
Function:: noun
Date:: 14th century

1 a: a general state or ordering of things ; specifically : a system of revealed commands and promises regulating human affairs b: a particular arrangement or provision especially of providence or nature2 a: an exemption from a law or from an impediment, vow, or oath b: a formal authorization3 a: the act of dispensing b: something dispensed or distributed

— dis·pen·sa·tion·al

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\-shnəl, -shə-n^əl\ adjective

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