quota
n. countable C1 Advanced Oxford US //ˈkwoʊtə// UK //kwˈəʊtɐ// quo·ta
n. a fixed amount of something that someone is allowed to have or must produce. It is often used in work or trade to set limits or goals.
n. a fixed share or proportion of a total that is required from, or assigned to, a group or individual. Often used in the context of production targets, immigration limits, or trade restrictions.
The sales team reached its monthly quota early.
The government introduced a strict fishing quota to prevent the local salmon population from being overfished.
While the factory met its production quota for the third quarter, the rapid pace led to a noticeable decline in the overall quality of the finished goods.
From Latin quota pars; see Latin quota.
Usage
Commonly used with the verbs 'meet', 'fill', or 'exceed'.