allotments
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/əˈlɑtmənts/
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/əˈlɒtmənts/
(allotment)
allocated portion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allotment' originates from Middle French, specifically the word 'allotement,' where 'alloter' meant 'to divide by lots.'
Historical Evolution
'allotement' transformed into the English word 'allotment' during the 15th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to divide by lots,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a plot of land or the act of distributing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a plot of land rented by an individual for growing vegetables or flowers.
She spent her weekends tending to her allotment.
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Noun 2
the act of distributing something.
The allotment of resources was handled by the committee.
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