Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rations
noun
/ˈræʃənz/
Definition
Rations refer to a fixed amount of food or provisions given to individuals, especially in times of necessity or during military operations.
Examples
- During the war, soldiers were provided with daily rations to maintain their strength.
- The camp offered rations to the hikers who had run out of food.
- Due to the drought, the government implemented food rations to help those in need.
Meaning
Rations are typically distributed to ensure that everyone has a sufficient amount of essential sustenance while managing limited resources.
Synonyms
- provisions
- supplies
- food rations
- allotment
