C2verbformalbusinesssociety
US/əˈlɑːt/
UK/əˈlɒt/
to give a share of time, money or work to a person or purpose
In context
The teacher allotted ten minutes for each presentation.
Each family was allotted a small plot of land to farm.
We must allot more funds to public transport next year.
Words that go with allot
verb + noun
- allot timeYou should allot time to the final report each day.
- allot moneyThe council allotted money for new street lights.
- allot fundsThey allotted funds to the local school.
- allot a placeEach guest was allotted a place at the table.
verb + preposition
- allot toThe tasks were allotted to the newest members.
verb + adverb
- allot fairlyThe seats were allotted fairly by lottery.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
allot for each studentCorrect: allot to each student