allotment

• Substantiv, das einen zugeteilten Anteil oder ein zugewiesenes Stück bezeichnet, etwa ein gepachtetes Stück Land (Kleingarten) oder eine zugewiesene Menge bzw. Ration, sowie den Vorgang des Zuteilens.

A noun referring to a portion or share of something that is assigned or distributed according to a plan, or the act of distributing such shares.

1. Share or portionB2formal

   A specific amount of something, such as money, time, or resources, that is officially given to someone or set aside for a particular purpose.

   Anteil oder Zuteilung

   • Each department received its annual budget allotment.
   • The government announced a new allotment of funds for education.
   • Her allotment of vacation days was used up quickly.

   Synonymeallocationallowanceapportionmentassignmentgrantportionquotarationshare

2. Distribution processB2formal

   The official act or process of dividing and giving out something, such as land, shares, or tasks, according to a plan.

   Verteilung

   • The allotment of seats in the theater was done fairly.
   • The committee oversaw the allotment of resources to various projects.
   • The allotment of duties among the team members was clearly defined.

   Synonymeallocationapportionmentassignmentdistribution

3. Small garden plotB1informalbritish

   A small piece of land rented by an individual for growing vegetables, fruits, or flowers.

   Kleingarten

   • My grandfather spends every weekend working on his allotment.
   • She grows tomatoes and lettuce in her allotment.
   • The local council provides allotments for residents.

   Synonymepatchplotvegetable patch