allocated

/ˈæl.ə.keɪ.tɪd/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Meaning · English

Having been granted an allocation; having received (something) as part of a plan or scheduled disbursement; having been assigned (something) that was set aside for a particular purpose.

Adjective

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “allocated” mean?

Having been granted an allocation; having received (something) as part of a plan or scheduled disbursement; having been assigned (something) that was set aside for a particular purpose.

Is “allocated” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.