Pittance /(pĭt"tans)/

Pit·tance

Pittance

n.
  1. An allowance of food bestowed in charity; a mess of victuals; hence, a small charity gift; a dole.
    One half only of this pittance was ever given him in money.
  2. A meager portion, quantity, or allowance; an inconsiderable salary or compensation.
    The inconsiderable pittance of faithful professors.