redistribute
v.to give out something again, often to different people or places. You use this when you want to share resources more fairly or move them to where they are needed.
v.to distribute something again, typically to different recipients or locations. Often implies a shift in the allocation of resources or power.
“The government plans to redistribute the tax money to poor families.”
“After the storm destroyed the local crops, the charity had to redistribute the remaining food supplies to several neighboring villages.”
“Economists argue that while the initial policy increased efficiency, the subsequent redistribution of wealth was necessary to maintain social stability and ensure long-term economic growth.”
Usage redistributed without permission
“This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.”
Common in science and history writing
From re- + distribute.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.