Dispersal

Synonyms of dispersal

• scattering
• distribution
• dissemination

Antonyms of dispersal

• collection
• concentration
• gathering

Collocations of dispersal

seed dispersal

Frequency: 80 %

Wind is a common method of seed dispersal in plants.

population dispersal

Frequency: 65 %

The population dispersal of certain species can have ecological impacts.

dispersal mechanism

Frequency: 60 %

Understanding the dispersal mechanism of diseases is crucial for public health.

dispersal distance

Frequency: 50 %

The dispersal distance of the pollen grains was surprisingly far.

dispersal pattern

Frequency: 45 %

Scientists studied the dispersal pattern of pollen in the area.

Idiomatic Expressions for dispersal

• Phrase: break up like chaff before the wind
  Meaning: to disperse or scatter easily
  Usage: The protesters broke up like chaff before the wind when the police arrived.