English · Work & Business
distributor
/dɪˈstrɪb.jə.tər/
[/dɪˈstrɪb.jə.tər/]
company that supplies goods to sellers
Advancednoun
Definition
A company that buys goods from manufacturers and supplies them to shops or other businesses.
Example
The film's distributor arranged for it to be shown in cinemas across the country.
The film's distributor arranged for it to be shown in cinemas across the country.
Etymology
From 'distribute' (Latin 'distribuere', to divide, deal out) plus '-or'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in supply chains and the media industry.