What is another word for distributor?
Pronunciation: [dɪstɹˈɪbjuːtə] (IPA) 
The word "distributor" can be replaced with several synonyms, including supplier, wholesaler, vendor, provider, merchant, dealer, and reseller. Each of these words refers to a person or company that supplies goods or products to other businesses or individuals. A supplier is typically a company that produces goods or materials and sells them to others. A wholesaler tends to sell in bulk to retailers, rather than selling directly to consumers. A vendor is simply a seller of goods or services. A provider can refer to a person or company that supplies goods or services to another. A merchant is usually a seller of products or goods, while a reseller typically buys products from a manufacturer or supplier and sells them to consumers or other businesses.
