Quota
/ˈkwoʊtə/
Definitions
- (n.) A legally or contractually fixed share or proportion of a total amount or quantity, such as goods, services, or rights, allocated to a person or group.
The country was allocated a quota of imports under the trade agreement.
- (n.) A limited or fixed number or amount recognized by law or regulation, for example, the number of licenses issued or the number of persons admitted.
The immigration quota restricts the number of visas granted annually.
Forms
- quotas
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Commentary
Typically used to specify legally imposed limits or shares; precision in drafting is vital to distinguish fixed quotas from flexible or discretionary allocations.
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