Dole Definition & Meaning

dole
noun
  1. a share of money or food or clothing that has been charitably given
  2. money received from the state

"Dole" in song lyrics

See how dole is used in real songs:

  • "Your squad's useless, like the right arm on Bob Dole"
    Ali f/ St. Louis Alumni * — St. Louis Alumni (Bonus Track)
  • "Bob dole"
    Fatal f/ 2Pac, EDI, Val Young — Don't Stop The Music
  • "But she can't pay for her son living on the dole"
    Hilltop Hoods — Stopping All Stations Restrung

Words that rhyme with dole

Usage tips for "dole"

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