overallocate
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/ˌoʊvərˈæləˌkeɪt/
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/ˌəʊvəˈræləkeɪt/
excessive allocation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overallocate' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessively' and the verb 'allocate' meaning 'to distribute resources'.
Historical Evolution
'overallocate' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'allocate' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to distribute resources excessively', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to allocate more resources or funds than necessary or available.
The project manager decided to overallocate resources to ensure the project's success.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42