allowance

//əˈlaʊəns//
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Noun

allowanceSingular
allowancesPlural
1

A sum of money paid regularly to a person, typically to meet specified needs or expenses.

She receives a monthly allowance from her parents to cover living expenses.

2

The amount of something that is permitted, especially within a set of regulations or for a specified purpose.

The baggage allowance for this flight is 23 kilograms per person.

3

A reduction in price or a deduction from a bill, typically for special circumstances.

The store gave us an allowance on the damaged goods.

4

Tolerance or acceptance of something; making allowances for circumstances.

We should make allowance for his lack of experience.