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Allocation vs Relocate - What's the difference?

allocation | relocate |

As a noun allocation

is the process or procedure for allocating things, especially money or other resources.

As a verb relocate is

to move (something) from one place to another.

allocation

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The process or procedure for allocating things, especially money or other resources.
    • The allocation of new permits is on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Derived terms

    * allocational

    Anagrams

    * ----

    relocate

    English

    Verb

    (en-verb)
  • to move (something) from one place to another.
    • We had to relocate the magazine rack because we bruised our shins on it too frequently when it was near the door.
  • to change one's domicile or place of business.
    • Alfred relocated to Colorado Springs to take advantage of the boom in the defense industry.