redistribution — the action of sharing something out differently or again, typically to achieve greater social equality
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action of sharing something out differently or again, typically to achieve greater social equality
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌriːdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/
Example Sentences
- Robin Hood was famous for his wealth redistribution from the rich to the poor.
- The professor explained how progressive taxation enables income redistribution.
- Mom's cookie redistribution policy ensured every kid got exactly two cookies.
redistribution
NOUN[/ˌriːdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/]
the action of sharing something out differently or again, typically to achieve greater social equality
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin through English, combining the prefix 're-' (again) with 'distribute', itself from Latin 'distribuere' (to divide and allot among several). The term emerged to denote the action of distributing something anew or allocating resources again among recipients.
Breakdown
re- (again, anew) + distribute (from Latin distribuere: dis- (apart) + tribuere (to allot)) + -ion (suffix forming nouns of action or process).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Robin Hood was famous for his wealth redistribution from the rich to the poor.”
“The professor explained how progressive taxation enables income redistribution.”
“Mom's cookie redistribution policy ensured every kid got exactly two cookies.”
“The economic crisis led to debates about redistribution of national resources.”
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