definition of
[dissipate]

[1] #1 dissipate v. [disperse, dispel, break up, scatter] to cause to separate and go in different directions; "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds". wn

[2] #2 dissipate v. [disperse, scatter, spread out] move away from each other; "The crowds dispersed"; "The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached";. wn

[3] #3 dissipate v. [fritter, frivol away, shoot, fritter away, fool, fool away] spend frivolously and unwisely; "Fritter away one's inheritance". wn

[4] #4 dissipate v. live a life of pleasure, especially with respect to alcoholic consumption. wn