portion

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈpoəɹʃən/
/ˈpɔːʃən/
/ˈpɔɹʃən/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

An allocated amount.

2 Definition

That which is divided off or separated, as a part from a whole; a separated part of anything.

3 Definition

One's fate; lot.

4 Definition

The part of an estate given or falling to a child or heir; an inheritance.

5 Definition

A wife's fortune; a dowry.

Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To divide into amounts, as for allocation to specific purposes.

2 Definition

To endow with a portion or inheritance.