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allocation
noun
(computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions
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æləˈkeɪʃən
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noun
(computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions
noun
The act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan
“The apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives is based on the relative population of each state”
noun
A share set aside for a specific purpose
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The apportionment of seats in the House of Representatives is based on the relative population of each state
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