First Known Use: 1618
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quota
noun quo·ta \ˈkwō-tə\
: an official limit on the number or amount of people or things that are allowed
: a specific amount or number that is expected to be achieved
Full Definition of QUOTA
1
: a proportional part or share; especially : the share or proportion assigned to each in a division or to each member of a body
2
: the number or amount constituting a proportional share
3
: a fixed number or percentage of minority group members or women needed to meet the requirements of affirmative action
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Origin of QUOTA
Medieval Latin, from Latin quota pars how great a part
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quota
noun quo·ta \ˈkwō-tə\
Definition of QUOTA for Kids
1
: a limit on the number or amount of people or things that are allowed <a quota on imported goods>
2
: a share assigned to each member of a group <Each colony received its quota of troops.>
3
: a specific amount or number of things that is expected to be achieved <She sold her quota of candy bars.>
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