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distribute

The correct spelling is distribute.

How to pronounce distribute

/dɨˈstɹɪbjuːt/
verb

IPA: /dɨˈstɹɪbjuːt/

Say it like: Dis-tri-but-e

The correct spelling is distribute. To divide into portions and dispense. For example: "He distributed the bread amongst his followers."

Usage Examples

He distributed the bread amongst his followers.

The agency distributes newspapers to local shops.

A network of children distributes flyers to every house.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To divide into portions and dispense.
  2. 2.To supply to retail outlets.
  3. 3.To deliver or pass out.
  4. 4.To scatter or spread.
  5. 5.To apportion (more or less evenly).

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