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Distribution

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/

Meaning of Distribution

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.

Distribution in a sentence

• 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.

How to use Distribution

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.

Related words

Collocations with Distribution

• 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 for Distribution

• allocation
• dispersion
• sharing
• distributional
• circulation

Opposites of Distribution

• collection
• accumulation

Common mistakes with Distribution

• Confused with 'distribute' as a verb.
• Using 'distribution' incorrectly with a singular subject.
• Mixing up 'distribution' with 'dispersal' in scientific contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Distribution

What does Distribution mean?

The way things are shared or spread out.

What is the definition of Distribution?

the way that something is spread or exists over a particular area or among a particular group of people

How do you use Distribution in a sentence?

The distribution of resources among the community was fair and transparent.

Can you give another example of Distribution?

We need to analyze the distribution of this data to understand the trends.

What are synonyms for Distribution?

Common alternatives include allocation, dispersion, sharing, distributional, circulation.

What is the opposite of Distribution?

Opposite meanings include collection, accumulation.

What words go with Distribution?

It commonly pairs with 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.

What are common mistakes when using Distribution?

Confused with 'distribute' as a verb. Using 'distribution' incorrectly with a singular subject. Mixing up 'distribution' with 'dispersal' in scientific contexts.

How do you pronounce Distribution?

US: /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Distribution?

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.

What CEFR level is Distribution?

"Distribution" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.