allocating
verb (present participle)UK /ˈæləkeɪtɪŋ/
US /ˈæləkeɪtɪŋ/
Giving out something to different people or places.
The teacher is allocating one pencil to each student.
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2. Setting aside money or time for a special purpose.
The city is allocating more money to build new parks.
3. Deciding which computer memory or task goes where.
The program is allocating memory for the new file.
4. Giving someone a particular job or duty.
The coach is allocating positions to each player on the team.