repartition

[ ree-pahr-tish-uhn, -per- ]

noun

1. distribution; partition.
2. reassignment; redistribution.

verb (used with object)

1. to divide up.
2. to partition or subdivide again; reapportion; redistribute.

repartition

/ ˌriːpɑːˈtɪʃən /

noun

1. distribution or allotment
2. the act or process of distributing afresh

verb

1. tr to divide up again; reapportion or reallocate

Word History and Origins

Origin of repartition¹

First recorded in 1545–55; re- + partition

Example Sentences

Conservative candidate Valérie Pécresse, Green challenger Yannick Jadot and far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon have called on the French media watchdog, the CSA, to ensure a fair repartition of the speaking time on television and radio for them.

From Seattle Times

He wants to install custom shelves, repartition the bedrooms, knock down a wall, retile the kitchen, move one of the bathrooms, and reroute the stairs going up to the attic.

From The Guardian

The government argues it is ensuring the long-term health of the pension system, which works by “repartition”, meaning those in work directly fund the pensions of those who have retired.

From The Guardian

North Korea hasn’t responded South Korea’s repeated calls for the repartition of the two South Koreans, both men in their 50s and 60s, according to the ministry.

From Seattle Times

A ministry statement says North Korea hasn’t responded South Korea’s repeated calls for their repartition.

From Washington Times