to manage or supervise the execution, use, or conduct of something. She was hired to administer the company's new marketing strategy.
to dispense or apply a remedy or drug. The nurse will administer the medication to the patient every four hours.
to give or provide something, especially in a formal or official way. The judge will administer the oath to the witnesses before they testify.
to impose or deliver (justice, punishment, etc.) officially The referee can administer punishment for any foul committed on the field.
to give help or service to someone; to minister (usually followed by "to") Volunteers regularly administer to the needs of the homeless.