license
li
ˈlaɪ
lai
cense
səns
sēns
British pronunciation
/ˈlaɪsəns/

Definition & Meaning of "license"in English

to license
01

to give permission for the use, practice, or production of something through a formal agreement

Transitive: to license a product or work
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Companies let users use their software legally by licensing it under certain terms.
License
01

a legal document that gives someone permission to do something, such as drive a car or practice a profession

Dialectamerican flagAmerican
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His medical license was suspended due to malpractice.
02

freedom to depart from established rules or conventions, especially in behavior or speech

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Poets often exercise license with grammar for artistic effect.
03

excessive freedom or lack of restraint in action or behavior

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The king 's reign was marked by moral license among the court.
04

an official permission that specifies the terms and conditions for using or distributing something

What is a "license"?

A license is an official permission provided by the owner or creator of a work, stating the specific rights and conditions that allow others to use, sell, or share their work. This agreement ensures that the conditions are understood and followed, protecting the creator’s rights while allowing others to legally access and use the content within the specified conditions. Licenses are common in various fields such as software, music, literature, and media, making proper use and sharing easier while protecting someone's creative property.

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You need a special license to broadcast this music on the radio.
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