Pronunciation: /ˈræʃən/
noun a fixed amount of a commodity officially allowed to each person during a time of shortage, as in wartime.
A1 During the war, people had to rely on ration cards to get food.
A2 The soldiers were given a daily ration of water and food.
B1 In times of scarcity, it is important to ration resources wisely.
B2 The government imposed rationing to ensure fair distribution of essential goods.
C1 The strict rationing policies helped the country manage its resources effectively during the crisis.
C2 The rationing system was implemented to prevent hoarding and ensure equitable access to supplies.
verb to restrict the amount of a commodity that someone is allowed to have.
A1 During the war, people had to ration their food to make it last longer.
A2 She had to ration her time between work, family, and hobbies.
B1 The government decided to ration fuel in order to conserve resources.
B2 In times of scarcity, it is important to ration resources wisely.
C1 The chef was able to ration the ingredients perfectly to make the dish taste amazing.
C2 He had to ration his energy carefully to complete the marathon.
formal During wartime, the government implemented a strict rationing system to ensure fair distribution of essential goods.
informal I always have to ration my snacks because I eat them too quickly.
slang I need to ration my data usage until my next billing cycle.
figurative She had to ration her energy throughout the day to make it through her busy schedule.
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