portion out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To distribute in portions or shares; to apportion or allot.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Great crowds turned out to watch the carcass portioned out. The butchering itself was rough and inexpert, conducted rapidly with a serrated knife on the side of the road.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “portion out” mean?
To distribute in portions or shares; to apportion or allot.
Is “portion out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.