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distro.

A set of software components, often open source, that have been packaged into a larger product or component for distribution to end-users.

6 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈdɪstɹəʊ/UK/ˈdɪstɹoʊ/US
  1. A set of software components, often open source, that have been packaged into a larger product or component for distribution to end-users.

    Internet · countable
  2. The propagation of warez by distributing it to various sites.

    Internet · uncountable
  3. The act of distributing printed material such as magazines or newspapers.

    countable · uncountable
Where this word comes from

Shortened form of distribution, + -o.

noun/ˈdɪstɹəʊ/UK/ˈdɪstɹoʊ/US
  1. A mid-level drug dealer; A distributor.

    slang
  2. An organization that distributes printed material such as magazines or newspapers.

Where this word comes from

Shortened form of distributor, + -o.

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