allocate

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈæl.ə.keɪt/
Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To set aside for a purpose.

2 Definition

To distribute according to a plan, generally followed by the adposition to.

Example Sentences
  • The bulk of K–12 education funds are allocated to school districts that in turn pay for the cost of operating schools.
3 Definition

To reserve a portion of memory for use by a computer program.