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Ration
01
the food allowance for one day (especially for service personnel)
02
a fixed amount of something that is officially allowed to each person during a particular time, especially during a war or other period of shortage
to ration
01
distribute in rations, as in the army
02
restrict the consumption of a relatively scarce commodity, as during war
Example
The nutritionist recommended a wide ration for the horses during their off-season.
The livestock were fed a narrow ration to support muscle growth and overall health.
The soldiers received their monthly provisions, which included rations, water, and medical supplies.
The captain faced mutinous crew members who were tired of the long voyage without proper rations.
