Doles

1dole pronunciation: function: noun etymology: middle english, from old english dāl portion — more at dealdate: before 12th century 1 archaic : one's allotted share, portion, or destiny2 a (1) : a giving or distribution of food, money, or clothing to the needy (2) : a grant of government funds to the unemployed b : something distributed at intervals to the needy; also : handout 1 c : something portioned out bit by bit