Allot \Al*lot"\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. Allotted; p. pr. & vb. n. Allotting.]

[OF. aloter, F. allotir; a (L. ad) + lot lot. See Lot.]

1. To distribute by lot.

2. To distribute, or parcel out in parts or portions; or to distribute to each individual concerned; to assign as a share or lot; to set apart as one's share; to bestow on; to grant; to appoint; as, let every man be contented with that which Providence allots him.

Ten years I will allot to the attainment of knowledge. --Johnson.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)