despatch
UK: dɪˈspætʃ | US: dɪˈspætʃ
vt. to send off promptly (variant of "dispatch")
n. the act of sending something promptly
n. an official message or report
"Despatch" originated as a variant of "dispatch," influenced by French and Italian roots. The prefix "des-" (thoroughly) combined with "patch" (to arrange) reflects the idea of sending something away efficiently. Over time, "dispatch" became the dominant spelling, but "despatch" persists in British English, retaining its original logic of "complete arrangement for sending."
The courier will despatch the package by noon.
The general ordered the despatch of reinforcements.
Please confirm the despatch date for the order.
The urgent despatch arrived at headquarters.
The team worked quickly to despatch the pending tasks.