Meaning of the word allocation in English

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allocation

US /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌæl.əˈkeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the action or process of allocating or distributing something.

Example:
The allocation of resources was carefully planned.
The government announced a new allocation for education.
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