distributors
|dis-trib-u-tors|
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/dɪˈstrɪbjətərz/
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/dɪˈstrɪbjʊtəz/
(distributor)
supplier or device for distribution
Etymology
Etymology Information
'distributor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'distribuere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'tribuere' meant 'to assign.'
Historical Evolution
'distribuere' transformed into the French word 'distribuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'distribute' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assign or divide,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to supply goods.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person or company that supplies goods to retailers or consumers.
The distributors ensured that the products reached the stores on time.
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Last updated: 2025/07/18 10:33