Associations to the word «Allocate»

Wiktionary

ALLOCATE, verb. To set aside for a purpose
ALLOCATE, verb. To distribute according to a plan, generally followed by the adposition "to"
ALLOCATE, verb. (computing) To set aside (as above), but specifically used to refer to the practice of making memory available within a computer program.

Dictionary definition

ALLOCATE, verb. Distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose; "I am allocating a loaf of bread to everyone on a daily basis"; "I'm allocating the rations for the camping trip".

Wise words

Words, words, words! They shut one off from the universe. Three quarters of the time one's never in contact with things, only with the beastly words that stand for them.
Aldous Huxley