Meaning of the word "dish out" in English
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dish out
US /dɪʃ aʊt/
UK /dɪʃ aʊt/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to give or distribute something, especially food, in portions
Example:
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The chef began to dish out the soup to the hungry customers.
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Can you help me dish out the rice?
2.
to give out something, especially punishment or criticism, in a generous or indiscriminate way
Example:
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The teacher was known to dish out homework generously.
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The coach didn't hesitate to dish out criticism when needed.
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