punish; disciplinary action; handle
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to impose disciplinary action; to punish
formalUsed formally in institutional contexts (schools, workplaces, government). The object is usually the person being disciplined.
The school decided to punish those students who cheated on the exam.
Due to a serious violation of discipline, he was disciplined by the company.
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The government disciplined several corrupt officials.
noun
disciplinary action; punishment
formalRefers to the formal penalty or sanction itself, such as a warning, demotion, or expulsion.
The disciplinary action he received was probation at school.
This disciplinary action will be recorded in his file.
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to revoke a disciplinary action
verb
to handle; to deal with; to make arrangements
literaryThis is a classical/literary usage, less common in modern spoken language. It often implies dealing with affairs or making arrangements for matters.
Please handle this matter appropriately.
All household affairs are handled by the mother.