Meaning of the word ration in English
What does ration mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ration
US /ˈræʃ.ən/
UK /ˈræʃ.ən/
Noun
a fixed amount of a commodity officially allowed to each person during a time of shortage, as in wartime
Example:
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During the war, families received a weekly ration of sugar and butter.
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The soldiers were given a daily ration of water.
Verb
to control the amount of something that people are allowed to have, especially when there is not enough of it
Example:
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The government had to ration food and fuel during the crisis.
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We had to ration our water supply carefully to make it last.