distributable

Distributable is an adjective used to describe assets, information, or resources that may be shared or allocated to others. The term is widely used across legal, financial, and technical contexts to indicate that something can be distributed, transferred, or paid out within the rules that govern its handling.

In software, for example, distributable software or distributions refer to programs, libraries, or data that may be copied and redistributed under the terms of a license. Licenses may specify whether source code, compiled binaries, or accompanying assets are allowed to be redistributed, and under what conditions such as attribution, modification rights, or prohibition.

In finance and corporate law, distributable profits, reserves, or cash describe amounts that a company or fund may legally pay to shareholders, unit holders, or partners as dividends or distributions. The amount available for distribution is usually subject to statutory tests, solvency rules, and regulatory constraints, and is reported in financial statements as distributable or non-distributable.

Usage and meaning can vary by jurisdiction and industry. The term is used in governance documents, accounting policies, and licensing discussions to distinguish quantities or assets set aside for distribution from those that must be retained or reinvested.