English · Word Candidate

distribute

/dɪˈstɹɪbjuːt/

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Also seen as: distributes · distributing

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Meaning · English

To divide into portions and dispense.

Verb

He distributed the bread amongst his followers.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To supply to retail outlets.

Verb

The agency distributes newspapers to local shops.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “distribute” mean?

To divide into portions and dispense.

Is “distribute” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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