distribution

noun
UK: /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/
US: /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/

  1. The way that something is shared or spread out over an area or group.

    1. The distribution of food was very well managed here. [ ] [ ]
    2. The distribution of wealth in the country is still unequal despite the reforms. [ ] [ ]

  2. The process of giving things out to several people, or spreading or supplying something.

    1. Our company handles the distribution of books in this region. [ ] [ ]
    2. The distribution of flyers will help us reach a wider audience effectively. [ ] [ ]

  3. The act of delivering or spreading something; the way in which something is spread or shared.

    1. The distribution network is very efficient and reliable now. [ ] [ ]
    2. Fair distribution of resources can help to alleviate poverty in affected areas. [ ] [ ]

  4. In mathematics, a way of multiplying a number by a group of numbers added together.

    1. The math teacher explained the distribution property of numbers today. [ ] [ ]
    2. Distribution is a key concept when simplifying complex algebraic equations. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

dissemination delivery apportionment spread supply
distribution transitive-verb

  1. To spread something over an area; to supply something to people.

    1. We distribute food to the poor during the holidays. [ ] [ ]
    2. The organization will distribute the leaflets with useful information soon. [ ] [ ]

  2. To divide or spread out in order to allocate or supply to different recipients.

    1. The volunteers will distribute blankets and warm clothing to the homeless. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company aims to distribute its products evenly throughout the region. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "distribution" in English means: The way that something is shared or spread out over an area or group., The process of giving things out to several people, or spreading or supplying something., The act of delivering or spreading something; the way in which something is spread or shared., In mathematics, a way of multiplying a number by a group of numbers added together..

The phonetic transcription of "distribution" is /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/ in British English and /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "distribution": dissemination, delivery, apportionment, spread, supply.

Example usage of "distribution": "The distribution of food was very well managed here.". More examples on the page.