Definitions

1. noun

A small part or portion of something, especially a fraction of a quantity.

“The recipe called for 1/4 cup of sugar, but she had only 1/2 aliquot available.”

2. noun

A small quantity of a substance used as a standard or reference in chemical analysis.

“The chemist carefully measured the aliquot of the sample to ensure accuracy.”

3. verb

To divide or apportion something into smaller parts.

“The teacher aliquoted the class into smaller groups for the team-building exercise.”