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license

li·cense

license

 
 
pronunciation:
laI sihns
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition: legal permission to do something, or the paper or card that shows legal permission.
A restaurant needs a license to sell wine or beer.I keep my driver's license in my wallet.
synonyms:
permission
similar words:
approval, consent
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derivation: licenser (n.)