consent — permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈsent/
Example Sentences
- The vampire asked for consent before biting, which was surprisingly polite for a bloodsucker.
- Parents must give consent for their children to participate in the field trip.
- The cat finally consented to wear the embarrassing Halloween costume after being bribed with tuna.
consent
NOUN[/kənˈsent/]
permission for something to happen or agreement to do something
She signed the form to give her consent before the surgery began.
Without consent, they prevent the present!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'consentire', composed of 'con-' (together) and 'sentire' (to feel or think). The word entered English through Old French in the 13th century.
Breakdown
con- (together) + sent (feel, think) + -ire (Latin infinitive ending) = consent (agreement or permission)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The vampire asked for consent before biting, which was surprisingly polite for a bloodsucker.”
“Parents must give consent for their children to participate in the field trip.”
“The cat finally consented to wear the embarrassing Halloween costume after being bribed with tuna.”
“The company cannot use your personal data without your explicit consent.”
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