(bound form) to declare; to proclaim to the public; to make known

to diffuse; to scatter; to deploy or set up

To spread out or scatter across an area; to be ubiquitous. In this sense, it is often used as a variant of 布 bù.

To declare or announce publicly; used in words like 发布 fā​bù or 公布 gōng​bù. In this sense, it is often used as a variant of 布 bù.

To set up, arrange, or deploy; used in words like 布置 bù​zhì or when referring to setting up a defense or array. In this sense, it is often used as a variant of 布 bù.

(Taiwan) To serve food to a guest as a sign of respect.