Dole, n. [AS. dāl portion; same word as d�l. See Deal.] 1. Distribution; dealing; apportionment.
At her general dole,
Each receives his ancient soul. Cleveland.
2. That which is dealt out; a part, share, or portion also, a scanty share or allowance.
3. Alms; charitable gratuity or portion.
So sure the dole, so ready at their call,
They stood prepared to see the manna fall. Dryden.
Heaven has in store a precious dole. Keble.
4. A boundary; a landmark. Halliwell.
5. A void space left in tillage.
Dole beer, beer bestowed as alms. — Dole bread, bread bestowed as alms. — Dole meadow, a meadow in which several persons have a common right or share.