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Allowance
An amount of money that parents routinely give to kids for them to spend and save as they wish.
Often used to teach kids about money management, saving, and budgeting.
Sometimes an allowance is tied to performing chores in order to teach kids work ethic and about earning money.
Related Terms:
Piggy Bank
Monetary Gift
Lemonade Stand
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