# allowed

Pronunciation: say "uh-LOWD" /əˈlaʊd/

## Verb

1. Simple past and past participle of allow. — simple past and past participle of allow
   - Simple: Past tense and past participle of allow.
   - _The new policy allowed employees to work from home._
   - _Steady spring rain allowed the reservoir to refill._

## Adjective

2. Permitted or authorized; officially given leave to occur.
   - Simple: Having permission to happen or be done, and not against the rules.
   - _Visitors are allowed in the gallery between nine and five._
   - _Check the list of allowed items before you pack your carry-on bag._

## Adjective

3. Given or assigned as a share, portion, or fixed quantity. *(rare)*
   - Simple: Given to someone as a set share or amount.
4. Conceded or recognized as true. *(rare)*
   - Simple: Accepted or admitted as true.

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