Distribute
/dɪˈstrɪb.juːt/
Definitions
- (v.) To divide and hand out something to a number of recipients.
The company will distribute the profits among its shareholders.
- (v.) To supply goods to retailers or consumers.
The publisher distributes books to stores nationwide.
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- distributes
- distributed
- distributing
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarify scope and recipients when specifying 'distribute' to avoid ambiguity.
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