apportioning

(noun) the act of distributing by allotting or apportioning; distribution according to a plan. Synonyms: allotment, apportionment, allocation, parceling, parcelling, assignation. Example: "The apportionment of seats in the house of representatives is based on the relative population of each state."

(verb) distribute according to a plan or set apart for a special purpose. Synonyms: allocate, apportion. Examples: "I am allocating a loaf of bread to everyone on a daily basis." "I'm allocating the rations for the camping trip."

(verb) give out as one's portion or share. Synonyms: share, divvy up, portion out, apportion, deal.