The term "dispatched" generally means to send something or someone away quickly to a particular place or for a specific purpose. It can refer to sending goods, messages, or people (such as emergency responders) promptly. In shipping or logistics, "dispatched" indicates that an order or shipment has been prepared and handed over to a delivery carrier, marking the start of its journey toward the destination. It differs from "shipped" in that dispatched means the item is ready and sent out, but not necessarily in transit yet. Besides this common meaning, "dispatched" can also mean to kill quickly or efficiently, though this usage is less common in everyday contexts. Overall, the core idea is prompt sending or handling of something with speed and efficiency.