Word Definition

Distribute

  1. To spread (ink) evenly, as upon a roller or a table.
  2. To employ (a term) in its whole extent; to take as universal in one premise.
  3. To divide among several or many; to deal out; to apportion; to allot.
  4. To separate (type which has been used) and return it to the proper boxes in the cases.
  5. To divide or separate, as into classes, orders, kinds, or species; to classify; to assort, as specimens, letters, etc.
  6. To dispense; to administer; as, to distribute justice.
  7. To make distribution.