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Definition make (for) in British English

make (for) phrase

phrase
1

to consider something when making a plan or doing a calculation

Example

My calculations make allowance for two paid employees.

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2

to accept behaviour that you would not normally accept because you know why someone has behaved that way

Example

We have to make allowances for his lack of experience.

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Definition make  (for) in British English