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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

allowances

/əˈlaʊ.ənsz/ noun · British & US
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What does allowances mean?

noun

Allowances are amounts of money or other benefits given to someone, especially as a regular payment. They can also refer to the permission or freedom to do something.

Example

"The company provided its employees with a monthly allowance to cover their expenses."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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