distribution — the action of sharing something out among a number of recipients
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of sharing something out among a number of recipients
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn/
Korean meaning: 배분, 분배
Korean pronunciation: 디스트리**뷰**션
Example Sentences
- The pizza distribution at the office party was chaotic - everyone wanted the pepperoni slice!
- Netflix revolutionized the distribution of entertainment content globally.
- The teacher's distribution of homework was so unfair that even the class pet hamster looked stressed.
distribution
NOUN//ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn//
the action of sharing something out among a number of recipients
The distribution of food across the shelter began before the storm arrived.
The distribution of supplies reached every neighborhood affected by the blackout.
The distribution of effort, contribution of skills, and execution of the rescue saved the town together.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'distributio' meaning 'a dividing up or allotting', derived from 'distribuere' (to distribute), which combines 'dis-' (apart) and 'tribuere' (to allot or assign).
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📝Examples
“The pizza distribution at the office party was chaotic - everyone wanted the pepperoni slice!”
“Netflix revolutionized the distribution of entertainment content globally.”
“The teacher's distribution of homework was so unfair that even the class pet hamster looked stressed.”
“Statistical distribution analysis helps researchers understand data patterns.”
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