Dispatch

n.
  1. The act of sending a message or messenger in haste or on important business.
  2. Any sending away; dismissal; riddance.
  3. The finishing up of a business; speedy performance, as of business; prompt execution; diligence; haste.
  4. A message dispatched or sent with speed; especially, an important official letter sent from one public officer to another; -- often used in the plural; as, a messenger has arrived with dispatches for the American minister; naval or military dispatches.
  5. A message transmitted by telegraph.
    6. Dispatch boat ,
    a swift vessel for conveying dispatches; an advice boat.
    Dispatch box ,
    a box for carrying dispatches; a box for papers and other conveniences when traveling.