1 =permit; ≠forbid;
to let something happen or be done  
Armenian թույլ տալ

◊ example of usage

◊ Swimming is not allowed.
◊ parents who allow their kids to stay up late  
◊ Nobody under 21 is allowed in the bar area.

2 to create an opportunity for something to happen
Armenian թույլ տալ

◊ The new job allows her to spend more time with her family.

3 to let somebody have a particular amount or number  
Armenian թույլ տալ

◊ You will be allowed 20 minutes for the quiz.

4 =allocate
to make sure there is a particular amount  
Armenian հատկացնել

◊ Allow at least an hour to get there.

■ sub-headword
■ allow for

[əˈlaʊ ˌfɔr]

phrasal verb

= take into account
to consider something when planning
Armenian հաշվի առնել

◊ The schedule didn’t allow for any delays.