Definition of allocation

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • allocation is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • allocation is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • allocation is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 16

Definition of allocation


  • (computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. storage allocation
  • a share set aside for a specific purpose (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. allotment
  • the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. allotment
    2. apportioning
    3. apportionment
    4. assignation
    5. parceling
    6. parcelling

See definition of allocation in Merriam Webster