distribution
pronunciation
How to pronounce distribution in British English:
UK [ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn]
How to pronounce distribution in American English:
US [ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃn]
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- Noun:
- (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence
- the spatial property of being scattered about over an area or volume
- the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning
- the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer
Word Origin
- distribution (n.)
- mid-14c., from Old French distribution (13c.) and directly from Latin distributionem (nominative distributio) "a division, distribution," noun of action from past participle stem of distribuere "deal out in portions," from dis- "individually" + tribuere "assign, allot" (see tribute).
Example
- 1. They are organised distribution systems in otherwise chaotic places .
- 2. Does google free-ride or provide free marketing and distribution ?
- 3. But dr jiao noticed something odd about its distribution in the sea .
- 4. Now the challenge is production and distribution .
- 5. Cold distribution is a tiny , pricey niche .