distribute

/dɪˈstrɪb.juːt/

Definitions

1. verb

to scatter or spread something, such as information, objects, or resources, over a particular area or among a number of people

“The company will distribute the charity donations to those in need.”

2. verb

to provide or supply something, such as goods or services, to people or organizations

“The store will distribute free samples to customers who make a purchase.”

3. noun

the act of scattering or spreading something

“The distribution of the seeds was uneven across the field.”

4. noun

a quantity or amount of something that is spread or scattered

“The distribution of the population is dense in urban areas.”

5. noun

a system or method for providing or supplying something, such as goods or services

“The company has a distribution network that reaches every corner of the country.”

Synonyms

  • dispense
  • scatter
  • spread
  • supply

Antonyms

  • centralize
  • concentrate