Dictionary
al•lot
Pronunciation: (u-lot'), [key]—
v.t., -lot•ted, -lot•ting.
1. to divide or distribute by share or portion; distribute or parcel out; apportion:
to allot the available farmland among the settlers.
2. to appropriate for a special purpose:
to allot money for a park.
3. to assign as a portion; set apart; dedicate.
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