allotted

Allotted is the past participle and adjective form of the verb allot. It describes something that has been designated, allocated, or assigned for a particular person, purpose, or time. In everyday and formal usage, allotted resources, time frames, funds, land, or responsibilities are described as allotted rather than simply available.

Etymology and related terms: Allot comes from Middle English aloten, influenced by Old French aloter, meaning to assign by lot. The sense of a "portion set aside" gives rise to the noun allotment, meaning both the act of allotting and the portion allocated. The related verbs include allot, allotting, and allotted; the noun counterparts are allocation and apportionment.

Usage notes and examples: The phrase the time allotted is common in schedules and contracts. An allotted budget or an allotted share of resources signals fixed limits. Allotted describes completed allocations (the funds were allotted) as well as designated schedules (the allotted time). Example: The committee allotted $5,000 for travel and the meeting proceeded within the allotted time. In land administration, parcels may be allotted to individuals or groups.