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Meaning of the word visa in English

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visa

US /ˈviː.zə/
UK /ˈviː.zə/
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Noun

1.

an endorsement issued by an authorized representative of a country and marked in the passport of an applicant, indicating that the applicant's credentials have been examined and that they are permitted to enter the country for a specified purpose and for a limited period.

Example:
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I need to apply for a visa to travel to that country.
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Her student visa expires next month.
Synonym:
entry permittravel document

Verb

1.

to endorse a passport with a visa.

Example:
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The embassy will visa your passport after reviewing your application.
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He had his passport visaed for multiple entries.
Synonym:
approveauthorizeendorsesanction

Trademark

1.

a brand of credit card.

Example:
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I paid with my Visa card.
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Do you accept Visa?
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Related Word:
tourist visa