disposal
nounUK /dɪˈspəʊzəl/
US /dɪˈspoʊzəl/
The act of getting rid of something you do not need.
The safe disposal of old batteries is important for the environment.
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2. The power or right to use or control something.
She has full disposal of the company's funds.
3. A device fitted in a kitchen sink that grinds up food waste.
He scraped the leftovers into the garbage disposal.
4. The act of arranging or settling something, such as troops or business matters.
The general oversaw the disposal of troops along the border.