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The correct spelling is licences.
How to pronounce licences
noun
Say it like: Lis-ens-es
The correct spelling is licences. A legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit. For example: "In order to enter the building, I need to show my license."
Usage Examples
“In order to enter the building, I need to show my license.”
“It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL.”
“I am licensed to practice law in this state.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.A legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit.
- 2.The legal terms under which a person is allowed to use a product, especially software.
- 3.Freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behaviour or speech).
- 4.Excessive freedom; lack of due restraint.
- 5.Short for driver's license.
verb
- 1.To give a formal (usually written) authorization.
- 2.Authorize officially.
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