allots
|al-lots|
B2
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/əˈlɑts/
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/əˈlɒts/
(allot)
assign portions
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allot' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'aloter,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'loter' meant 'to divide into lots.'
Historical Evolution
'aloter' transformed into the Middle English word 'alloten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'allot.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to divide into lots,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to distribute or assign.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to distribute or assign a portion of something to someone or something.
The teacher allots time for each student to present their project.
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Last updated: 2025/06/29 16:51