Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

distributorship

Noun

ˌdɪstrɪˈbjuːtəʃɪp

Definition

A distributorship is a business arrangement where one party (the distributor) has the right to sell or distribute products for another party (the supplier) in a specified area.

Examples

She secured a distributorship with a well-known beverage company, allowing her to sell their products in her region.
The company expanded by granting distributorships to local businesses to increase their market reach.

Meaning

It refers to the relationship between a supplier and a distributor, where the distributor is responsible for selling a product or product line to retailers or customers.