permit
per
ˈpɜr
pēr
mit
ˌmɪt
mit
British pronunciation
/pˈɜːmɪt/

Definition & Meaning of "permit"in English

to permit
01

to allow something or someone to do something

Ditransitive: to permit sb to do sth
to permit definition and meaning
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The park permits visitors to bring their own food and drinks.
02

to create favorable conditions for or make something possible

Transitive: to permit an activity or condition
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The new technology permits faster communication and collaboration among team members.
03

to officially authorize or grant permission for something to occur or be done

Transitive: to permit an action
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The city council decided to permit the construction of a new shopping mall in the downtown area.
Permit
01

an official document that allows someone to do something

permit definition and meaning
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You need a permit to build a new structure on your property, which you can obtain from the local planning office.
02

the process or action of officially granting permission, often documented in writing

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The city 's permit of the new development sparked controversy among residents.
03

a species of fish known for its strength and speed, commonly found around the West Indies and Florida

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Anglers travel to the Caribbean hoping to catch a permit in the shallow flats.
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