Allocate

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Definition: Allocate

Allocate

Quick Summary of Allocate

To assign a whole item of cost, or of revenue, to a simple cost centre, account or time period.

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What is the dictionary definition of Allocate?

Dictionary Definition

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

Synonyms For Allocate

assign, distribute, allot, apportion, share

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Definition Sources

Definitions for Allocate are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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