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license

The correct spelling is license.

How to pronounce license

/ˈlaɪsəns/
noun

IPA: /ˈlaɪsəns/

Say it like: Lis-ens-e

The correct spelling is license. 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. 1.A legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit.
  2. 2.The legal terms under which a person is allowed to use a product, especially software.
  3. 3.Freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behaviour or speech).
  4. 4.Excessive freedom; lack of due restraint.
  5. 5.Short for driver's license.

verb

  1. 1.To give a formal (usually written) authorization.
  2. 2.Authorize officially.

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