allot

[əˈlɒt]

allot Definition

• 1. to give something, especially a share of something available, for a particular purpose
• 2. to distribute or apportion by (or as if by) lot

Using allot: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "allot" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The teacher will allot each student a specific task.

• Example

  The company will allot a budget for the project.

• Example

  The government will allot more funds for education.

allot Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for allot

• allocate
• assign
• apportion
• distribute
• parcel out

Antonyms for allot

• withhold
• keep
• retain

Phrases with allot

• allot time/money/resources

  to assign or distribute a certain amount of time, money, or resources to a particular task or purpose

  Example

  We need to allot more time for research before we start writing the report.

• allot blame/credit

  to assign responsibility or recognition for something

  Example

  The committee will allot blame for the project's failure.

• allotment garden

  a small area of land rented by an individual for growing vegetables or flowers

  Example

  She spends her weekends tending to her allotment garden.

Origins of allot

from Middle English 'aloten', from Old English 'ālǫtan', meaning 'to divide into lots'

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Summary: allot in Brief

To 'allot' [əˈlɒt] means to give or distribute something, especially a share of something available, for a particular purpose. It can be used in contexts like 'The teacher will allot each student a specific task.' and 'The company will allot a budget for the project.' 'Allot' can also be used in phrases like 'allot time/money/resources,' which means to assign or distribute a certain amount of time, money, or resources to a particular task or purpose.