license — an official document giving permission to do, use, or own something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an official document giving permission to do, use, or own something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪsəns/
Korean meaning: 허가증, 면허증
Korean pronunciation: **라이**선스
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks he has a license to knock things off the table.
- She finally got her fishing license after studying fish behavior for months.
- The superhero claimed he didn't need a license to fly because gravity didn't apply to him.
license
NOUN//ˈlaɪsəns//
an official document giving permission to do, use, or own something
She finally got her driver's license after passing the road test today.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'licentia' meaning 'freedom' or 'permission,' derived from 'licere' meaning 'to be permitted.' The word entered English through Old French 'licence' in the 14th century.
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📝Examples
“My cat thinks he has a license to knock things off the table.”
“She finally got her fishing license after studying fish behavior for months.”
“The superhero claimed he didn't need a license to fly because gravity didn't apply to him.”
“You must renew your license before it expires.”
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