redistribution

noun — 2 senses

redistribution

noun

/ˌɹiːdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/

Etymology From re- + distribution.

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.
Derived terms
body fat redistribution syndrome, redistributional, redistributionism, redistributionist, redistribution of wealth, redistributive, route redistribution

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