To reject, disregard, or refuse to consider something; to send someone away or remove them from a position. To treat as unworthy of serious consideration.
From Latin 'dismissus,' past participle of 'dimittere' (to send away), combining 'dis-' (away) and 'mittere' (to send). Originally meant to send away physically, but evolved to include rejecting ideas or removing from office. Entered English in the 15th century.
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