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general distribution

[/ˈdʒɛnərəl dɪstrɪˈbjuːʃən/]
nounpl: general distributions
distribuição geral
1. The broad or wide dispersal of something to many people, places, or areas without restriction
The company announced a general distribution of bonuses to all employees.
A empresa anunciou uma distribuição geral de bônus para todos os funcionários.
2. In statistics and mathematics, a probability distribution that applies broadly across a population or dataset
The general distribution of test scores followed a normal curve.
A distribuição geral das pontuações dos testes seguiu uma curva normal.
3. In law and finance, the allocation of assets or funds among multiple beneficiaries or stakeholders
The estate's general distribution was divided equally among the heirs.
A distribuição geral do espólio foi dividida igualmente entre os herdeiros.
Synonyms
widespread distributionbroad distributionmass distributiondispersal
Antonyms
restricted distributionlimited distributionselective distribution

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
distribuição geral
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
distribuição geral
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

distribute across the board
across-the-board distribution
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