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distributive

noun

Meaning

  1. (grammar) distributive case
  2. (grammar) A distributive adjective or pronoun.
  3. A distributive numeral.
  4. Relating to distribution.
  5. Tending to distribute; serving to divide and assign in portions; dealing a proper share to each.
  6. A property of functions that have a rule describing how the function can be performed to the individual components of another operation.
  7. Assigning the species of a general term.
  8. (grammar) Expressing separation; denoting a taking singly, not collectively.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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