distributor (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrɪbjʊtər/

Definition

A person or company that supplies goods to stores or other businesses.

Examples

• The new distributor has a strong network of retail contacts.

• We need to find a reliable distributor for our products in Europe.

• The manufacturer works directly with a single distributor in each country.

How to Use distributor

distributor of (prepositional phrase)

Specifies what goods or services the distributor supplies. — "She works for a major distributor of medical supplies."

distributor for (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the company or brand whose products are being distributed. — "He is the main distributor for that car manufacturer in the state."

Synonyms of distributor

Words with a similar meaning to distributor:

• supplier
• wholesaler
• agent
• stockist

Antonyms of distributor

Words with the opposite meaning to distributor:

• customer
• consumer

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