Cool MateDistribution
UK /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/US /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/
Definition
the way that something is spread or exists over a particular area or among a particular group of people
In simple words: The way things are shared or spread out.
Examples
- The distribution of resources among the community was fair and transparent.
- We need to analyze the distribution of this data to understand the trends.
- The distribution center is responsible for shipping products to various locations.
- She studied the distribution of species in the rainforest as part of her research.
- An even distribution of weight is crucial for the stability of the structure.
Usage notes
Use 'distribution' in contexts involving sharing, delivery, or arrangement of items. It's appropriate in business, science, and statistics but may sound too formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
distribution + of + object
Memory hint
Think of 'distribute' and 'give out' — imagine distributing candy at a party.
Collocations
- egalitarian
- equitable
- fair
- achieve
- ensure
- analyse/analyze
- pattern
- map
- curve
- distribution across
- distribution among
- distribution between
- a change in distribution
- free
- general
- selective
- control
- handle
- organize
- agreement
- arrangement
- deal
- for distribution
- distribution among
- distribution between
- a/the chain of distribution
- a channel of distribution
- free
- general
- selective
- control
- handle
- organize
- agreement
- arrangement
- deal
- for distribution
- distribution among
- distribution between
- a/the chain of distribution
- a channel of distribution
Synonyms
- allocation
- dispersion
- sharing
- distributional
- circulation
Antonyms
- collection
- accumulation
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'distribute' as a verb.
- Using 'distribution' incorrectly with a singular subject.
- Mixing up 'distribution' with 'dispersal' in scientific contexts.