allotment

• Nom désignant une part ou une portion de quelque chose qui est attribuée ou répartie selon un plan, ou le processus même de répartition de ces parts. Peut aussi désigner un terrain loué pour la culture potagère.

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.

   Quote-part, attribution

   • 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.

   Synonymesallocationallowanceapportionmentassignmentgrantportionquotarationshare

2. Distribution processB2formal

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

   Répartition

   • 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.

   Synonymesallocationapportionmentassignmentdistribution

3. Small garden plotB1informalbritish

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

   Parcelle de jardin ouvrier

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

   Synonymespatchplotvegetable patch