to scatter abroad; to drive to different parts; to distribute; to diffuse; to spread; as, the jews are dispersed among all nations.-to scatter, so as to cause to vanish; to dissipate; as, to disperse vapors.-to separate; to go or move into different parts; to vanish; as, the company dispersed at ten o'clock; the clouds disperse.-to distribute wealth; to share one's abundance with others.