apportioning Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan
   allocation; parceling; apportionment; allotment; parcelling; assignation.
   
   • the apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives is based on the relative population of each state
2. verb distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose
   allocate; apportion.
   
   • I am allocating a loaf of bread to everyone on a daily basis
   • I'm allocating the rations for the camping trip
3. verb give out as one's portion or share
   deal; share; apportion; divvy up; portion out.
   

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