Divying

Part of speech: verb

Definitions

1. To distribute or allocate something among several recipients; to share out portions fairly or unfairly; to divide resources or tasks among participants
2. The act of portioning or apportioning items or duties among a group; splitting something into manageable or equitable parts; assigning shares or responsibilities to individuals
3. Dividing or parceling out assets, goods, or responsibilities to various parties; distributing shares or roles; separating a whole into smaller, allotted fractions for others

Etymology: "Divying" is the form of "divvying," the present participle of "divvy," which means to share something out in portions. The spelling with a single "v" is an alternative form of the same word, and both spellings are used interchangeably in English. The verb "divvy" is a shortened form of "divide," clipped down to a casual, informal shape. The clipping gives the word a chummy, everyday feel that the longer verb lacks, which is why it turns up in talk about splitting up a bill or dividing up a pile of loot.

Synonyms: dividing, sharing, distributing, allocating, apportioning

Antonyms: keeping, withholding, retaining, hoarding