Cash Distribution
/ˈkæʃ ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The payment of money to shareholders, partners, or beneficiaries from profits, capital, or trust assets.
The board announced a quarterly cash distribution to all shareholders.
- (n.) The disbursement of cash to settle debts or obligations in bankruptcy or liquidation proceedings.
The trustee made a cash distribution to creditors after selling the debtor's assets.
Forms
- cash distribution
- cash distributions
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Commentary
Use 'cash distribution' specifically to denote monetary payments rather than non-cash asset transfers; clarify context to avoid confusion with stock or property distributions.
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