redistribution

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English

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Etymology

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From re- +‎ distribution.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˌɹiːdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/
  • Hyphenation: re‧dis‧tri‧bu‧tion
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

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redistribution (countable and uncountable, plural redistributions)

  1. The act of changing the distribution of resources.
    The redistribution of wealth between the rich and poor has been tried many times.
  2. The further distribution of something received or purchased.
    The redistribution of this software in any form is prohibited.

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French

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Etymology

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From redistribuer +‎ -tion.

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Noun

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redistribution f (plural redistributions)

  1. redistribution

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