Distributors: meaning, definitions and examples

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distributors

 

[ dษชหˆstrษชbjสŠtษ™z ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

business

A person or company that supplies goods to shops or other businesses for sale.

Synonyms

supplier, vendor, wholesaler.

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Word Description / Examples
distributors

This term is often used in business contexts to refer to entities that distribute products to various retailers or end users. They have a broad network and can cover a wide area.

  • The distributors ensure that the latest technology reaches even the most remote areas
vendor

This term can refer to a person or company that sells goods or services, often used in the context of smaller-scale or individual transactions. It can also be used in the context of street sellers.

  • I bought some fresh fruits from a local vendor at the market today
wholesaler

This term is used to describe businesses that sell goods in large quantities at lower prices, usually to retailers rather than directly to consumers.

  • The wholesaler provides bulk quantities of goods to various retail stores in the region

Examples of usage

  • The distributors are responsible for delivering the products to various retail stores.
  • The distributors play a crucial role in the supply chain management of the company.
Context #2 | Noun

technology

A device that sends electrical signals to different parts of a machine or system.

Synonyms

conductor, dispenser, transmitter.

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distributors

Used to refer to people or companies that supply products to retailers or directly to consumers.

  • The distributors ensured that the new product was available in stores across the country.
  • We need to negotiate better terms with our distributors.
transmitter

Used to refer to a device that sends signals or data from one place to another, often used in electronics or communications.

  • The radio transmitter was damaged during the storm.
  • They set up a transmitter to communicate with the base.
conductor

Used to refer to a person who directs a musical performance or someone who collects fares on a public transportation system.

  • The conductor led the orchestra with great skill.
  • The bus conductor collected tickets from the passengers.
dispenser

Used to refer to a device that releases specific amounts of a product, often in small quantities, such as soap or candy.

  • The soap dispenser in the bathroom is empty.
  • He installed a water dispenser in the office kitchen.

Examples of usage

  • The car's distributor distributes the electrical current to the spark plugs.
  • The distributor in the old radio needed replacement.

Translations

Translations of the word "distributors" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น distribuidores

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคคเคฐเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Vertriebspartner

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ distributor

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธัั‚ั€ะธะฑ'ัŽั‚ะพั€ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dystrybutorzy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆต้€šๆฅญ่€…

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท distributeurs

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ distribuidores

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท distribรผtรถrler

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ํ†ต์—…์ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ู…ูˆุฒุนูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ distributoล™i

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ distribรบtori

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅˆ†้”€ๅ•†

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ distributerji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dreifingaraรฐilar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐั€ะฐั‚ัƒัˆั‹ะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒ•แƒ แƒชแƒ”แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒšแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ distribyutorlar

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ distribuidores

Etymology

The word 'distributor' originated from the Latin word 'distributus', which means 'to distribute'. The concept of distribution has been essential in various fields such as business, technology, and logistics. Distributors have played a crucial role in connecting producers with consumers, ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services.

See also: distributable, distributing, distribution, distributor, redistribute, redistribution, undistributed.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,984 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.