allottery
|al-lot-tery|
C2
/əˈlɒtəri/
distribution
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allottery' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'alloterie,' where 'alloter' meant 'to divide or distribute.'
Historical Evolution
'alloterie' transformed into the modern English word 'allottery' through linguistic evolution.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to divide or distribute,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of allotting or the state of being allotted.
The allottery of resources was conducted fairly.
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Last updated: 2025/06/29 18:21