redistribution
|re-dis-tri-bu-tion|
B2
/ˌriːdɪˌstrɪˈbjuːʃən/
reallocation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'redistribution' originates from the Latin word 'redistribuere,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'distribuere' meant 'to distribute.'
Historical Evolution
'redistribuere' transformed into the French word 'redistribuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'redistribution' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to distribute again,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of distributing something again or differently.
The government proposed a redistribution of wealth to reduce inequality.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41