noun
- portions or shares distributed or assigned to someone
- small plots of land rented for growing vegetables or flowers
Usage: British
Examples
- The food allotments were distributed equally among all families.
- Each department received their budget allotments for the fiscal year.
- The government reduced fuel allotments during the shortage.
- She tends her vegetables on the local allotments every weekend.
- The council provides allotments for residents who lack garden space.
- Water allotments were strictly monitored during the drought.
- The allotments behind the school are popular with retired gardeners.