definition of
distribution

[1] #1 distribution n. [statistical distribution] (statistics) an arrangement of values of a variable showing their observed or theoretical frequency of occurrence. wn

[2] #2 distribution n. [dispersion] the spatial or geographic property of being scattered about over a range, area, or volume; "worldwide in distribution"; "the distribution of nerve fibers"; "in complementary distribution". wn

[3] #3 distribution n. the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning. wn

[4] #4 distribution n. the commercial activity of transporting and selling goods from a producer to a consumer. wn