SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
allocation
noun
The assignment or distribution of resources for particular people or purposes.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Assignment of resources
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Usage distinction
Return to topShare describes the amount assigned; allocation can mean that amount or the assigning process.
RELATED FORMS, ONE FEATURED ENTRY
The allocate family
allocation is grouped under allocate in the main dictionaries. This form keeps its meaning and previous study record.
allocateverb
To assign a share of a resource to a particular purpose.
Assign resources
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The committee will allocate half its budget to building repairs.
A student theater group had to allocate its production budget among costumes, rehearsal space, and scenery.
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See allocation in use
A clear allocation of responsibilities helped the volunteers finish on time.
Mira's student team wanted to record an entire audio drama in one weekend, but only a shorter episode was feasible with the room and equipment available. Their allocation of studio time gave each actor an hour, leaving no space for retakes.
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