Definition of Allotment

one share of something that has been given out in portions

Examples of Allotment in a sentence

Staring at the plates on the tables, the bride was happy to see the caterer had given each guest a large allotment of shrimp.  🔊

An allotment for computer expenses should be added to the company’s technology budget.  🔊

Despite having a huge allotment of land, the greedy heir won’t be happy until all his family’s property belongs to him.  🔊

The average food stamp allotment for a family of four is around three hundred dollars.  🔊

When putting money into his savings account, the man always puts a hefty allotment aside for dental care.  🔊

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