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allocate

/əˈleɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does allocate mean?

verb

To give or assign something, especially a particular amount of time or resources, to a particular person or task. To set aside or reserve something for a particular purpose.

Example

"The manager will allocate more resources to the marketing team to meet the new sales targets."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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