distribution
UK: ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən | US: ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən
n. the act of distributing or spreading something
n. the way something is shared or divided among a group
n. (statistics) the arrangement of data values
The word "distribution" originates from Latin distributio, combining dis- (apart) and tribuere (to assign/give). The root tribut reflects the idea of dividing or allocating resources, evolving into its modern sense of systematic sharing or spatial arrangement. The suffix -ion nominalizes the action.
The distribution of food aid reached remote villages.
The company improved its product distribution network.
This graph shows a normal distribution of test scores.
Unequal wealth distribution remains a global issue.
The software allows for efficient data distribution.