Definition of Allowance

a share or portion of something that is granted by another person

Examples of Allowance in a sentence

Timmy is given an allowance of his mother’s income, but is expected to do well in school and finish his chores.  🔊

Military families were given a housing allowance to cover their stay while they are serving.  🔊

Since there is no food allowance, meeting attendees are responsible for paying for their own meals.  🔊

The home owners have agreed to include an insurance allowance in the contract so that a portion of money is set aside for that purpose.  🔊

My grandfather chose a yearly allowance instead of taking his lottery winnings in one lump sum.  🔊

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