Meaning of the word license in English

What does license mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

license

US /ˈlaɪ.səns/

UK /ˈlaɪ.səns/

a permit from an authority to own or use something, do a particular thing, or carry on a trade

Example:

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You need a valid driver's license to operate a car.

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The restaurant operates under a food service license.

Synonym:

permit authorization certificate warrant sanction

freedom to act or speak as one wishes

Example:

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The artist took poetic license with the historical facts.

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He was given full license to make decisions.

Synonym:

freedom liberty discretion latitude leeway

grant a license to (someone or something) to permit the use of something or to allow an activity to take place

Example:

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The city council decided to license new street vendors.

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The software is licensed for use on up to five computers.

Synonym:

authorize permit allow approve certify

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