English · Work & Business
quota
/ˈkwoʊ.tə/
[/ˈkwoʊ.tə/]
fixed limited amount
Advancednoun
Definition
A fixed amount or number of something that is officially allowed or required.
Example
The government set a quota limiting how many cars could be imported each year.
The government set a quota limiting how many cars could be imported each year.
Etymology
From medieval Latin 'quota pars' (how great a part), from Latin 'quotus' (of what number).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in trade, sales targets, and immigration policy.