Type: noun
Definitions: (noun) distribution is the way that things are spread (often used in statistics). (noun) distribution is sending or giving out things to several people, companies, places, etc.
Examples: (noun) The distribution of test scores was typical for children of their age. (noun) The distribution of power in the company is very narrow, with just a few managers controlling almost everything. (noun) The increase in profits was followed by a cash distribution to the investors. (noun) The distribution of the mail was slowed by the snow storm.
Synonyms: nouns: hand out. spread.
Academic Word List Sublist and Group: 1 E