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Moderatedealt
The correct spelling is dealt.
How to pronounce dealt
/ˈdɛlt/
verbIPA: /ˈdɛlt/
Say it like: Dee-lt
The correct spelling is dealt. To distribute among a number of recipients, to give out as one’s portion or share. For example: "The fighting is over; now we deal out the spoils of victory."
Usage Examples
“The fighting is over; now we deal out the spoils of victory.”
“I was dealt four aces.”
“The whole crowd waited for him to deal a real humdinger.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To distribute among a number of recipients, to give out as one’s portion or share.
- 2.To administer or give out, as in small portions.
- 3.To distribute cards to the players in a game.
- 4.To pitch.
- 5.To have dealings or business.
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