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Allowance
01
allocation
an amount of something that is permitted
Exemples
Children receive a weekly allowance to learn the value of money and budgeting.
Les enfants reçoivent une allocation hebdomadaire pour apprendre la valeur de l'argent et la budgétisation.
There is a daily allowance of one hour for recreational activities in the schedule.
Il y a une allocation quotidienne d'une heure pour les activités récréatives dans l'emploi du temps.
02
a permissible deviation or margin within set limits
Exemples
The engineer made an allowance for thermal expansion.
The pilot gave allowance for wind drift.
03
an adjustment made based on specific conditions or qualifying circumstances
Exemples
A weight allowance was applied for the cargo.
The airline grants baggage allowances depending on class.
04
a sum granted to cover expenses incurred
Exemples
The employees received a travel allowance.
She claimed an allowance for business-related meals.
05
the act of permitting or granting something
Exemples
The teacher made an allowance for late submissions.
An allowance was made for special circumstances.
06
a reserve fund set aside to account for depreciation or fluctuations in asset value
Exemples
The company made an allowance for doubtful debts.
An allowance was created for inventory depreciation.
to allowance
01
to give someone a sum of money on a regular basis
DatedExemples
The parents allowance their children weekly.
The company allowances employees for travel expenses.
