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quo·ta

quota

 
 
pronunciation:
kwo t
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the part or share of something that is due to a person or group.
Each soldier is given his or her daily quota of meat and bread.
synonyms:
allowance, portion, ration, share
definition 2: an amount of something that is required or expected from a person or group.
The company set a production quota for its employees.
synonyms:
share