Wartime allowance is a term used to describe the rationing of goods and services during times of war. Rationing is a system in which a fixed amount of a certain item is allocated to each person, usually for essential items such as food and fuel. During World War II, rationing was used to ensure that everyone had access to the same basic necessities, regardless of their economic status. The term 'RATION' is derived from the Latin word 'RATIO, ' meaning 'to divide.'