allocability
|al-lo-ca-bil-i-ty|
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/ˌæləˈkæbɪlɪti/
(allocable)
not assignable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'allocability' originates from the Latin word 'allocare,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'locare' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'allocare' transformed into the French word 'allouer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'allocate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place or assign,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
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Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being allocable; the ability to be allocated or assigned.
The allocability of resources is crucial for efficient project management.
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Last updated: 2025/06/27 11:06