(slang, MTE, MLE) Don't worry about it; let it be.

plural of seam allowance

plural of attendance allowance

plural of field allowance

plural of emission allowance

(Britain) A means-tested government benefit available to jobseekers.

A sum of money paid to someone to cover the expense of attending a meeting etc. away from home

(sewing) The part of the material or fabric added to the dimensions of a sewing pattern outside the seam.

A small extra payment to officers on active service.

More abuse than profit.