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

(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

plural of seam allowance

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

plural of attendance allowance

A small extra payment to officers on active service.

plural of field allowance

More abuse than profit.

A sum of money paid regularly to support the dependents of a member of the military while he or she is serving away from home. / Money paid as compensation to someone whose employment has ended.