Portion

/ˈpɔːrʃən/ noun

A portion is a part of something that has been divided, such as a serving of food or someone’s share of money or work. It often suggests a controlled or measured amount.

From Old French *porcion*, from Latin *portio* “share, part,” related to *pars* “part.” It has long been used for both physical pieces and abstract shares like inheritances.

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