Permission

/pəmˈɪʃən/

/pɝˈmɪʃən/

[noun]

Permission

[NOUN]

the action of being allowed or allowing someone to do something, particularly in an official way

the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization

synonyms : license

permit

Examples

1. Permission for the development was granted in the teeth of opposition from local shopkeepers.

2. They have permission to build 200 new homes.

3. Of course, you have my permission to use the equipment.

4. You probably won't need to apply for planning permission to build a shed in your garden, but to be on the safe side, check with your local planning department.

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