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Dole

Noun

Sense 1: A share or portion, especially of money or food, that is distributed to a group of people in need.

Example Sentence: The government provided a monthly dole to unemployed citizens.

Noun

Sense 2: The British slang term for unemployment benefit.

Example Sentence: Steve lost his job and had to apply for the dole.

Noun

Sense 3: A banana brand known for its sweet and juicy tropical fruit.

Example Sentence: I enjoy eating a delicious dole banana every morning for breakfast.

Verb

Sense 1: To distribute or give out something, typically in a charitable or welfare context.

Example Sentence: The organization aims to dole out warm meals to the homeless community.

Verb

Sense 2: To distribute or allot in a meager or stingy manner.

Example Sentence: The manager would dole out tasks to his employees, often giving them more than they could handle.