well-distributed
|well-dis-trib-ut-ed|
B2
/wɛl dɪˈstrɪb.juː.tɪd/
(distribute)
to give out
Etymology
Etymology Information
'distributed' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'distribuere,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'tribuere' meant 'to assign.'
Historical Evolution
'distribuere' transformed into the Old French word 'distribuer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'distribute' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to assign or divide among,' and over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to spread or allocate evenly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
evenly spread or allocated across a given area or among a group.
The resources were well-distributed among the team members.
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Last updated: 2025/06/18 16:17