administer

/ʌdmˈɪnʌstɝ/

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work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of; "administer a program"; "she administers the funds"
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perform (a church sacrament) ritually; "administer the last unction"
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administer or bestow, as in small portions; "administer critical remarks to everyone present"; "dole out some money"; "shell out pocket money for the children"; "deal a blow to someone"; "the machine dispenses soft drinks"
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give or apply (medications)
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direct the taking of; "administer an exam"; "administer an oath"