disposal
UK: dɪˈspəʊzəl | US: dɪˈspoʊzəl
n. the act of getting rid of something
n. the arrangement or settlement of matters
n. the power or authority to use or control something
The word "disposal" originates from the Latin disponere (to arrange or distribute), via Old French disposer. The prefix dis- implies separation or reversal, while pos- derives from ponere (to place). Over time, the term evolved to emphasize the act of removing or managing objects (e.g., waste disposal) and the authority to control resources (e.g., "at one’s disposal"). The suffix -al nominalizes the verb, forming a noun.
Proper disposal of hazardous waste is essential for environmental safety.
The manager has full disposal of the company’s budget.
She arranged the disposal of her old furniture before moving.
The new law regulates the disposal of electronic devices.
He left his estate at the disposal of his children.